Senong names three changes to face Zambia

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Amajita coach Thabo Senong

Amajita coach Thabo Senong has made three changes to his side that will take on Zambia in their semi-final of the Caf U20 Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday.

The South African U20 national team semi-final clash against the Young Chipolopolo is set to take place at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Zambia.

Amajita goalkeeper Mondli Mpoto retains his place between the stick and left back Notha Ngcobo returns while Thendo Mukumela is the other fullback. Captain Tercious Malepe will partner with Sandile Mthethwa in the Amajita central defence.

Meanwhile, Wiseman Meyiwa will anchor the midfield with Teboho Mokoena, while Amajita trio, Luther Singh, Grant Margemen and Sibongakonke Mbatha will form part of the attacking unit.

While SuperSport United striker Khanyisa Mayo looks set to make his debut in the tournament as the lone striker for Amajita.

This will be the third meeting between the two side, with the South Africa U20 side suffering a defeat on two previous occasions, in the finals of the Cosafa Cup in December 2016 and in their pre-tournament friendly match this year.

South African starting XI:
Mondli Mpoto, Notha Ngcobo, Thendo Mukumela, Tercious Malepe, Sandile Mthethwa, Wiseman Meyiwa, Teboho Mokoena, Luther Singh, Grant Margeman, Sibongakonke Mbatha, Khanyisa Mayo.

Substitutes:
Sanele Tshabalala, Khulekani Khubeka, Siyabonga Ngezana, Katlego Mohamme, Aghmat Ceres, Sipho Mbule, Kobamelo Kodisang, Itumeleng Shopane, Liam Jordan.