South Africa lines up Black Stars friendly

South Africa has planned a pre-2019 Africa Cup of Nations friendly match against Ghana in the United Arab Emirates.

The Bafana Bafana will travel to Dubai for heat acclimatisation ahead of the tournament.

Head Coach Stuart Baxter believes playing against the four-time African champions and tournament favourites will sharpen his side.

South Africa’s first match will be against Cote d’Ivoire in Cairo on June 24 before playing Namibia and Morocco in Group D.

The 2019 Africa Cup of Nations will run from June 21 to July 19.

–Ghanasoccernet