By A Correspondent

With just over a week to go before the Warriors’ crucial 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Nigeria and Benin, coach Michael Nees has revealed why he has delayed announcing the squad.

In an interview with the Sunday Mail, Nees explained that he needs more time to assess the locally-based players, as the league has just begun. He emphasized that the team is diverse, with players from overseas, South Africa, and local leagues, each with different situations.

Nees expressed concerns about the fitness levels of local players, having only played a few matches. He described the process of selecting players without properly assessing their fitness as a “blind flight.”

The Warriors will face Benin on March 20 in Durban, South Africa, before traveling to Uyo, Nigeria to take on the Super Eagles on March 25. Nees’ squad announcement is eagerly anticipated, as fans await the team’s preparation for these critical World Cup qualifiers.