Thembinkosi Lorch of Orlando Pirates (Photo by Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images)
The winger was a key member in Bucs run in the continental competition which unfortunately last weekend after they were beaten by Horoya AC in Guinea after finishing third in Group B failing to qualify for the quarterfinals.
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“I have had a good run of late at club level, and have gained a lot of international experience through the Caf Champions League and I now know the best and worst circumstances on the continent,” Lorch told the Safa website.
“It is also very inspiring that the current Bafana Bafana squad has the experience needed to conquer this challenge.”
Bafana Bafana need only a draw to secure a spot in the African showpiece which is seto to take place in Egypt from June 21 to July 19.
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