LUSAKA, Zambia – South African Under-20 men's team head coach Thabo Senong has made three changes to the team that will face Zambia in the semi-finals of the 2017 CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations.
Goalkeeper Mondli Mpoto retains his place in goals. Left back Notha Ngcobo returns, Thendo Mukumela will fill the right fullback position and captain Tercious Malepe will partner Sandile Mthethwa in central defence.
Wiseman Meyiwa will anchor the midfield with Teboho Mokoena, while the trio of Luther Singh, Grant Margeman and Sibongakonke Mbatha will form part of the attacking unit.
Khanyisa Mayo makes his debut in the tournament as the lone striker.
This will be the third meeting between the two countries – South Africa lost on both previous occasions – firstly in the final of the COSAFA Cup in December 2016, and also earlier this year in a pre-tournament friendly match.
The clash takes place on Wednesday evening (kick-off at 6pm) at the National Heroes Stadium, in Lusaka, Zambia.
Amajita team:
Mondli Mpoto (GK); Notha Ngcobo; Thendo Mukumela; Tercious Malepe (C); Sandile Mthethwa; Wiseman Meyiwa; Teboho Mokoena; Luther Singh; Grant Margeman; Sibongakonke Mbatha; Khanyisa Mayo. Subs: Sanele Tshabalala; Khulekani Khubeka; Siyabonga Ngezana; Katlego Mohamme; Aghmat Ceres; Sipho Mbule; Kobamelo Kodisang; Itumeleng Shopane; Liam Jordan.