Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has included three goalkeepers in his 27-man squad for South Africa’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying encounters against Kenya, setting up an interesting battle for the starting position.

The selected goalkeepers are Ronwen Williams, Sipho Chaine and Ricardo Goss. All three players will be hoping to convince the technical team that they deserve to be the first choice as South Africa prepares for the crucial fixtures.

Williams remains a leading figure in the national team, thanks to his experience, consistency and leadership qualities. The Mamelodi Sundowns captain has established himself as one of South Africa’s dependable goalkeepers and will be determined to retain his position as the preferred option between the posts.

Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has also secured a place in the squad. His inclusion gives Mosimane additional depth in the goalkeeping department, while his performances at club level could strengthen his argument for a starting opportunity.

Ricardo Goss completes the trio after earning recognition from the national team coach. The experienced goalkeeper will view the selection as an opportunity to demonstrate his abilities and increase his chances of featuring more regularly for Bafana Bafana.

Although all three have been selected, Mosimane must eventually settle on one goalkeeper to start against Kenya. His decision is expected to consider their current form, physical condition, international experience and tactical requirements.

Williams will face competition from Chaine and Goss, both of whom will be eager to challenge his established position.

With South Africa targeting qualification for the 2027 AFCON tournament, goalkeeping reliability will be particularly important. Supporters will therefore be watching closely to discover who Mosimane trusts with the responsibility of guarding the national team's goal.

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