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'Zambia wanted it more than us' – Hlatshwayo concedes Bafana Bafana didn't play to their strengths

South Africa captain Thulani Hlatshwayo has admitted that his colleagues did not showcase their best as they lost 2-1 to Zambia in an international friendly match on Sunday.

Keagan Dolly opened the scoreline for Bafana six minutes after the hour mark before substitutes Kelvin Kampamba and Chaniza Zulu came on with goals to claim victory for Chipolopolo.

It was the right tonic for Zambia as they prepare for back-to-back 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Botswana in November.

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But for South Africa, it was a disappointing result as they gear up to face Sao Tome e Principe in next month’s home and away Afcon qualfiers.