South African U17 side coach David Nyathi was impressed with both the performance and conduct displayed at the South African mens national team U17 selection camp which took place near Johannesburg last week.
The selection camp took place from 1June to 7 June and served as an opportunity to identify and nurture young footballers, preparing them for international fixtures and competition in 2026, according to the South African Football Association SAFA .
Nyathi was impressed by the professionalism displayed by the 40 youngsters chosen for the selection camp.
You are always looking for players to embrace each other, even though they come from different teams, to show respect to each other, and to come on time when we have team events and meetings. They come on time, the dress code is looking proper, and on the field, there is fair play. You dont see violent conduct on the field, you see the players in a manner that shows that they are not intentionally trying to hurt each other, said Nyathi, speaking to SAFA.
Nyathi has stepped up in the absence of U17 head coach Vela Khumalo, who is currently coaching the Bafana Bafana side competing in the COSAFA Cup.