Bafana Bafana star Percy Tau has opened up about the fanatical support he's received on social media from Mzansi since returning to Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion.
Tau was recalled by the English top-flight side during the mid-season transfer window after qualifying for a work-permit amid the Brexit rules changes in the United Kingdom.
Scroll through the gallery above to see Tau and the rest of the Bafana squad in training on Tuesday evening
After impressing during his loan spells with Royal Union Saint Galloise, Club Brugge and Anderlecht, Tau has found himself on the periphery of Graham Potter's squad.
However, with the view of settling into life on the South Coast ahead of the 2021/21 Premier League season, the 26-year-old has been allowed to join the national team - despite the need to quarantine for 10 days upon his return.
While South African football fans have been expressing their displeasure for his lack of game time under Graham Potter, Tau has acknowledged their widespread support.
"I appreciate their support and must continue to do so with love. I would also want everyone to be safe out there during this pandemic, take measures to stay safe and remain healthy," he said.
"These are the people who make us who we are and I really appreciate their love and I am glad my work has always made them proud."
The former Mamelodi Sundowns forward added that the squad has been relaxed ahead of their crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Ghana and Sudan.
"We have been in these situations so many times and our main focus is just going there, do well and qualify for AFCON," he added before confirming they'd like to wrap up qualification.
Tau has scored 12 goals in 28 senior national team appearances since making his debut against Angola in October 2015.