Yahoo Sports reports: South Africa coach Hugo Broos has used Lionel Messi’s World Cup controversy to question the severity of Themba Zwane’s suspension. Zwane was sent off in South Africa’s 2-0 defeat to Mexico on June 11 after catching Roberto Alvarado in the face in the 84th minute.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 18, 2026 3:17 AM
Lionel Messi VAR controversy sparks South Africa head coach criticism amid Themba Zwane’s ban
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has used Lionel Messi’s World Cup controversy to question the severity of Themba Zwane’s suspension. Zwane was sent off in South Africa’s 2-0 defeat to Mexico on June 11 after catching Roberto Alvarado in the face in the 84th minute.
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