Selfless Veli Mothwa given his flowers after AFCON supporting role

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Veli Mothwa is making headlines for all the right reasons following the unforgettable role he played within the South African squad at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

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The AmaZulu shot-stopper is probably on cloud nine right now, as an AFCON bronze medal is one of the most rare birthday gifts anyone could get. His 33rd birthday was on 12 February, just one day after claiming the most important prize of his career thus far. 

He has been making waves on social media for the majority of the tournament due to the incredible behaviour he has shown in the team. Throughout the competition he has been among the first people to run onto the field whenever Bafana scored a goal, leading celebrations with his Skomota-inspired dance moves. 

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He also led with amagwijo (chants) - a ritual that is synonymous with South African football as a whole. Social media has praised the Usuthu number one for the exemplary manner in which he has supported the team and carried himself despite deputising for the goalkeeper of the tournament Ronwen Williams. 

A number of people on X have since poured their messages of appreciation for Mothwa, hailing the former Baroka FC star as an unsung hero in the Bafana squad.

Here’s a look what has been said of the goalkeeper:

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According to Transfermarkt, Mothwa has kept four cleansheets in four matches for Bafana.

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