Belgian coach Hugo Broos had a big motivational message for the South African U-20 team after they won the U-20 Caf Cup of Nations title.

The Belgian coach decided to welcome the South African team as they arrived at OR Tambo International Airport from Cairo on Tuesday.

The South African team won the title after Gomolemo Kekana's second-half rocket goal against Morocco.

This achievement was a first for South Africa, as it was the first time the South African youth team had won the title and achieved the additional feat of reaching the U-20 World Cup finals in Chile this year.

What the Belgian coach had to say about the South African team!

Fresh from securing South Africa's AFCON 2025 qualification, Belgian tactician Hugo Broos delivered a pivotal message to the nation's U-20 talents during an impassioned address at OR Tambo International Airport this week.

The 2023 AFCON bronze medal-winning coach framed this moment as professional football's true starting line for the young prospects. "This is your career crossroads," Broos emphasized. "Make the right choices now, and I'll welcome you to FNB Stadium wearing Bafana colors when we host continental giants next year."

His warning carried particular weight as he contrasted potential career paths:

• The Right Path: A decade-plus of lucrative professional fulfillment

• The Wrong Turn: Lifelong regret over squandered potential

"The beautiful game offers the most rewarding career imaginable," stressed the veteran coach, whose recent success with Bafana has amplified his credibility. "But that privileged life demands daily sacrifice - proper lifestyle choices today determine whether you'll be facing continental superstars or watching from the stands."

Broos' mentorship comes at a critical juncture, with several Amajita players poised for moves to PSL clubs or European academies. His dual message of opportunity and responsibility resonated deeply, particularly from a coach who has recently demonstrated the heights achievable through disciplined preparation.

The address concluded with a final challenge: “The coming months will reveal your true commitment. South Africa's football future needs warriors, not wasted talent.”