My Mom Cried After Bafana Bafana Call-Up – Ashley Du Preez!

My Mom Cried After Bafana Bafana Call-Up – Ashley Du Preez! The Amakhosi striker has joined up with the national team.

Ashley Du Preez has been called-up to the Bafana Bafana national team. He says his mom cried when she found out that he is a South African international.

The Kaizer Chiefs striker did not initially receive a call-up to the latest squad. However, an injury to striker Lyle Foster opened up an opportunity for Hugo Broos to call up another strike.

“My family were the first ones to know about the call-up from the national team. My mom was crying, and I think they were very happy for me. That was a good moment.

“I was at practice with Chiefs and on my way home I received the call. I think I haven’t had words to express the feeling.

“I was just overwhelmed but ja, I wanted this opportunity and it’s here now and I will enjoy every moment.

“As a young player watching Bafana Bafana back then it was an amazing thing. The way the players played; players were looked up to.

“Now I’m here and I think I want to do the same. I think it all goes to the feeling you have — that moment you have, and you can express it and show the world what you’re capable of doing.

“Every player wants to make an impact and show everyone what they’re capable of doing. That’s exactly what I want to do.

“I want to express the talent I have, and I want to make a mark and show the world what Ashley du Preez is capable of doing. That’s all I want to do for Bafana.

“It’s a big deal for me, thinking of where I grew up. It was rough and I couldn’t do anything but play this game.

“So, I wanted to make my dream a reality by providing for my family and for my friends who are there for me. I think I want to grab this opportunity with both hands.”  He added.

He will be hoping to play either against Sierra Leone or Botswana. My Mom Cried After Bafana Bafana Call-Up – Ashley Du Preez!