💨 Abstract

Mbekezeli Mbokazi, a 19-year-old defender for Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana, was named Man of the Match after a strong performance against Nigeria in a FIFA World Cup qualifier, despite a 1-1 draw. Mbokazi successfully marked Nigerian star Ademola Lookman, impressing fans and experts alike. Twitter users praised his potential, with some suggesting he could become one of South Africa's best defenders and play in top international leagues.

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