Broos Affirms Goalkeeper Switch: Replacement to Start Over Williams

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has confirmed that AmaZulu captain Veli Mothwa will start in goal in place of the unavailable Ronwen Williams for Friday’s international friendly against Eswatini. Williams is carrying a niggling injury and will not feature in the match, which will be played at FNB Stadium.

Williams is expected to be available for next week’s international friendly against Africa Cup of Nations hosts Ivory Coast away from home. Broos confirmed in the press conference held at FNB Stadium on Thursday that Mothwa will start in goal.

“Already in the beginning of the week we knew that Ronwen (Williams) was not available for the game against Eswatini, but we are optimistic for the game next week against Ivory Coast,” he added.

The coach also revealed that Williams became a father for a second time to a daughter. His partner gave birth while he has been in camp and Broos spoke of how delighted the Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper is for this new chapter in his life.

“Ronwen became a father for a second time of a beautiful girl. I saw a very happy papa this morning and we were all very happy for him.”