Having successfully secured a spot in the last 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams lauded the team’s professionalism and expressed a hunger for further achievements. The South African side clinched a 0-0 draw against Tunisia, ensuring their progression in the competition. However, Williams emphasized that while reaching the next round was a significant accomplishment, the team’s ambitions extend beyond, with a keen desire for more success.

“We have progressed to the next round, which is what we wanted, but we haven’t achieved or won anything yet. We are happy that we have progressed, but there is so much more we want to achieve as a team,” remarked Williams as the team readied themselves to face World Cup semi-finalists Morocco.

Reflecting on their journey in the tournament, Williams highlighted the team’s adaptability and versatility in playing different styles. “In the three games at the tournament so far, we have played three different ways like building up from the back, going direct, and we can fight, and we can be physical as well,” he explained.

Williams commended his teammates for their humility and flexibility, emphasizing their responsiveness to coaching instructions and the ability to adjust their style of play when needed. “That’s what helped us to be in the next round. This tournament is tough, and for us, it is not all about playing good football. That is what we are known for, but results are more important, and the guys have seen that,” he added.

The captain highlighted the team’s collective effort in studying the tournament, expressing confidence in their approach as they continue their Afcon journey.