By Milcah Tanimu
Bafana Bafana are making their return to the field tonight after their commendable third-place finish in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Their opponent for this friendly encounter is Andorra, and the match is taking place in Algeria as part of a newly launched FIFA Series initiative.
This friendly game marks the beginning of the FIFA Series, a new scheme introduced by FIFA to enable nations to face teams from other federations, providing opportunities for unique matchups. Following this match, Andorra is set to play against Bolivia, while South Africa will take on Algeria for only the fifth time in history.
Andorra’s recent track record has been challenging, with no wins in 2023 and no goals scored since June of that year. However, they are eager to turn their fortunes around in their first match of 2024 against South Africa.
Stay tuned as we provide live updates and insights directly from the May 19th Stadium in Algeria. Follow our dedicated LIVE blog below for minute-by-minute coverage of the action!
*South Africa vs Andorra Latest News:*
– *GOAL!* Mokwana equalizes for South Africa.
– *GOAL!* Andorra takes a surprise lead.
– Stay updated with the latest developments in the match through our LIVE blog below.
*What is the FIFA Series?*
The FIFA Series is a new initiative introduced by FIFA to facilitate friendly matches between national teams from different confederations. This pilot project aims to provide opportunities for nations to play against unfamiliar opponents and is designed to promote international football cooperation.
As the match unfolds, we’ll keep you informed with real-time updates, goals, and key moments from the encounter. Stay tuned for all the action as South Africa takes on Andorra in this exciting international friendly!