Matlaba not concerned about Bafana role

Orlando Pirates fullback Thabo Matlaba says he will work hard to play for South Africa

Posted: 13 September 2012 Time: 08:39 am

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After a successful showing for Bafana Bafana, Thabo Matlaba says he has to work hard to make sure he does not become a 'one-hit wonder'.

South Africa beat Mozambique 2-0 on Tuesday, courtesy of a brace from Bernard Parker, and Matlaba came on in the 86th minute to replace Siphiwe Tshabalala.

The fullback, who is currently considered one of the best in his position in the PSL, says he is not concerned about his limited time on the pitch, saying it was "the best seven or so minutes ever."

The call-up was Matlaba's second, the first having been against Tanzania in May.

"The experience of being in the national team is priceless, I just cannot explain it. It is my second season at Pirates and I am glad that my performances at club level have not gone unnoticed," the 25-year-old tells Bucs' official website.

"I am grateful to the coach and his technical team for having the confidence in me and for giving me an opportunity to play a part of the game.

"What is important now is that I remain consistent at my club and show that I'm not a one hit wonder. It is simple – if I play well for Pirates then I stand a very good chance of getting another call-up to the national team," he says.

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Tablas
posted: 08:45 am
Sho mfana kasi
Mhlonitjhwa: Treble Champ kwesibili
posted: 08:46 am
Rusty here we come. Everytime when im attending a Pirates' game we usually come out victorious, so this 1 is no different. To Zebras, those of u who wanna see me and even get some autographs, jst lookout for a silver-grey Toyota Hilux Double cab with a personalised registration; Mhlonitjhwa Mp.
Godfada Nespray will b giving u a warm welcome to meet me.

So Zebras here is a rare opportunity to meet 1 of ur idols in a Bucs ship.... jst grap it with both hands plz..!
Da Optimal
posted: 08:46 am
Good game boy, good talent but you playing for a crap team
Mgugudi: The Treble Addict
posted: 08:46 am
Stop fooling yourself Champ, GI has other ideas. He will recall Masilela as soon as he hears that he is back to training. He will hypocritically say that selection is based on "fitness & form".
mdubaduu
posted: 08:47 am
Sthibo boy i remember when we were playing at Titans FC and we killed every team and you were our striker...good days but the hunger you had for football is why you're where you are today keep shining ntwana
Sxokzin WaLeKhosi
posted: 08:48 am
Moooo!
Mhlonitjhwa: Treble Champ kwesibili
posted: 08:50 am
Matlaba, Bafana's time is finished now jst focus on Saty's game. Platinum Stars mst b given 6 Notto!
The Phefeni Boy
posted: 08:54 am
Credit must go Steve Khompela and Free State Stars for making this boy who is today.....He is quality and a future Bafana Bafana player.

I am The Phefeni Boy and I love Kaizer Chiefs
Animal1
posted: 08:57 am
What a player and a talent.......you are really a Champ....
JaliManyisa
posted: 09:00 am
TO ALL KAIZER CHIPS FANS
RUSIKE ISSUE

Sono said yesterday: "We cannot understand the haste with which they (the PSL) wanted to deal with this issue. Is it because it is Chiefs? They told us on Friday that the matter would be discussed on Tuesday and we told them our lawyers knew of the later date and were not available.

"We are not surprised they did this. Cosmos is not one of the favourites with the PSL and we don't expect anything from them. We are going to appeal and carry on fighting. These people are taking football back to the days of Abdul Bhamjee. It is a pity."
Khosiologyst ...2013/14 Maintaining The Glory
posted: 09:10 am
JaliManyisaposted: 09:00 am | Report
TO ALL KAIZER CHIPS FANS
RUSIKE ISSUE

Sono said yesterday: "We cannot understand the haste with which they (the PSL) wanted to deal with this issue. Is it because it is Chiefs? They told us on Friday that the matter would be discussed on Tuesday and we told them our lawyers knew of the later date and were not available.

"We are not surprised they did this. Cosmos is not one of the favourites with the PSL and we don't expect anything from them. We are going to appeal and carry on fighting. These people are taking football back to the days of Abdul Bhamjee. It is a pity."
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I cant help but laugh, "our lawyers" he means himslef and Bamuza . Those Sono men ke sono ka bona shem. If he's not one of the favourites with PSL does he mean Dr Tooth doesn't like him? We as KC couldnt careless of what this clumsy individual does, he brings no value to SA soccer, forever complaining. HE'S ANOTHER USED TO BE!
The Phefeni Boy
posted: 09:13 am
JaliManyisaposted: 09:00 am | Report
TO ALL KAIZER CHIPS FANS
RUSIKE ISSUE

Sono said yesterday: "We cannot understand the haste with which they (the PSL) wanted to deal with this issue. Is it because it is Chiefs? They told us on Friday that the matter would be discussed on Tuesday and we told them our lawyers knew of the later date and were not available.

"We are not surprised they did this. Cosmos is not one of the favourites with the PSL and we don't expect anything from them. We are going to appeal and carry on fighting. These people are taking football back to the days of Abdul Bhamjee. It is a pity."
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@JaliManyisa

Ubaba Jomo uzoba strong...The PSL knows that Kaizer Chiefs is a big assets to this league.....small teams like Jomo Cosmos add no value to the PSL...We deserve the special treatment.

We are a massive club.
Mseja
posted: 09:15 am
Julius Malema is at it againr. I understand he will be meeting disgruntled Pierats supporters as they are not happy with the Technical team and the results. Malema is concerned of the High Blood Pressure levels to the old toppies and the culminating impotence to the young supportes.

Yerrr this 3x3 . Zuma now has to respond today in the parliament
Mosixty
posted: 09:16 am
25 years my foot. This cow is 30 years. The colonel did not mince his words when he told him that here is pirates not free state stars. U r no longer 30 u will be 25 years same as Manyesa who is alleged to be 24 while we all know gore he is 29 years. The colonel did the same with Isaac Vilakazi. Nxa
stayaway African Champ in the making
posted: 09:17 am
We are going to bury Marikana Stars this weekend
Head-of-kickoff-Fans
posted: 09:21 am
Your one of the best.
RDS must go!
posted: 09:23 am
@The Phefeni Boy
I am The Phefeni Boy and I love Kaizer Chiefs
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Who cares? LOL
The Phefeni Boy
posted: 09:38 am
Starwashelela1937 posted: 09:23 am | Report

@The Phefeni Boy
I am The Phefeni Boy and I love Kaizer Chiefs
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Who cares? LOL
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@Starwanyela 1937

I really don't understand people who laugh at their own jokes......are you ok Bhakaniya?
Rivubye
posted: 09:48 am
You remind of Botsotso Makhanya, good luck ahead of your seoson.
RDS must go!
posted: 09:50 am
Don't worry Khosi I'm okay it's just that you don't understand only teasing you.
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