Despite the fact that their AFCON 2015 hopes rested squarely on the result of Senegal's game against Algeria, South Africa's head coach urged his team not to rest on their laurels against the Black Stars of Ghana.
A win for Bafana Bafana against their illustrious opponents, however sensational, would not be enough to propel the South Africans to the quarter finals of the tournament if Algeria were to defeat the Lions of Teranga.
Speaking to the press in the buildup to their clash against Ghana, Mashaba said, “It’s going to be a tough match no doubt, and the good thing is all four teams in the group are not sure of qualification until the final whistle."
“But we are prepared and we are very serious that we want to win this game."
“If we just convert the chances we create, and score at least three goals then we can wait comfortably for the result of the other group match.”
South Africa's slim AFCON hopes were built on both the daunting task of netting thrice against a tight Ghanain defense and Algeria, the best team in Africa, losing against Senegal. It would take nothing short of a miracle for them to progress.
