Fewer own goals

It was a nail-biter, but in the end, Bafana Bafana lost the Afcon semi-final to Nigeria on penalties. It was South Africa’s best showing at the continental competition since 2000, when it came third, and defied expectations of another poor run. Well done Bafana! The reality, however, is that South Africa punches well below its weight in African football. It should be a regular semi-finalist – as Nigeria is – based on its resources and talent.

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