South Africa's Zwane handed three-match ban after red card against Mexico
Author: efosataiwo@vanguardngr.comPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: South Africa
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South Africa midfielder Themba Zwane has been handed a three-match suspension after his red card in the World Cup opener against Mexico. The 36-year-old was sent off for striking defender Roberto Alvarado in the face, with South Africa already down to 10 men after Sphephelo Sithole's dismissal. Coach Hugo Broos questioned the decision, calling it 'too soft' for a red card. South Africa face the Czech Republic in Atlanta on Thursday.
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