South Africa Olympic team will be without experienced defender Eric Mathoho and striker Lebo Mothiba when they face Iraq in the crucial Group A match on Thursday.

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The 26-year-old defender was ruled out due to an ankle injury, which he suffered in the last 10 minutes of their 1-0 defeat against Denmark.

Mothiba was withdrawn because of a potential case of chicken pox, according to Safa.net.

However, Abbubaker Mobara, who suffering from a hamstring strain against the Danish side will be available for selection against Iraq.

South Africa will take on Iraq in their final Group A clash at Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo.

Kick-off has been set for 03:00.

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