Broos slams Fifa for extending Themba Zwane's suspension, highlighting Lionel Messi's unpunished incident
Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: South Africa
Sports
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos criticized FIFA's disciplinary committee for extending Themba Zwane's red card suspension from one to three matches. Zwane was sent off for shoving a player in the face during South Africa's 2-0 loss to Mexico. Broos contrasted the harsh punishment with the lack of action against Lionel Messi for a similar incident involving an Algerian player. Zwane will only be eligible if South Africa advances beyond the Round of 32.
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