South Africa vs Nigeria: ‘It was handball’ – Bafana Bafana coach, Broos on Bassey’s goal

South Africa head coach, Hugo Broos has given his verdict on Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey’s goal against his team.

Broos watched as Bafana Bafana played a 1-1 draw against Nigeria in Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier in
Bloemfontein.

Recall that William Troost-Ekong’s own-goal put the hosts in front after 22 minutes.

But Bassey restored parity for Nigeria before half time, following Bright Osayi-Samuel’s cross to bundle the ball over the line.

When asked about Nigeria’s goal, Broos said at his post-match interview: “If we had defended with more aggressiveness, the goal would never have arrived, and secondly, it was a handbalI.”

The outcome of the match means South Africa still occupy top position in Group C ahead of Benin Republic and Nigeria.

Broos’ side have 17 points, while Benin and Nigeria have 14 and 11 points, respectively.

South Africa vs Nigeria: ‘It was handball’ – Bafana Bafana coach, Broos on Bassey’s goal