Hugo Broos has unveiled a 25-man Bafana Bafana squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, retaining key figures such as Ronwen Williams, Lyle Foster, and Evidence Makgopa while adding fresh talent in Relebohile Mofokeng, Elias Mokwana, and Mohau Nkota. Youngsters Tylon Smith and Shandre Campbell headline the surprise call ups.

Veteran Themba Zwane misses out due to injury concerns, with Iqraam Rayners placed on standby. South Africa will face Angola, Egypt, and Zimbabwe in Group B, opening their AFCON campaign in Marrakesh on 22 December.