This archive report was first published on 13 October 2019.
On October 13, 2019, Molefi Ntseki made his debut as the head coach of Bafana Bafana, South Africa's senior national soccer team, amidst public doubts about his suitability for the role.
Ntseki took over from English coach Stuart Baxter, who had resigned following a period of uncertainty.
The team was set to face Mali in a crucial match, marking Ntseki's first major test as the new coach.