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John Terry lauds Bafana Bafana star Mbekezeli Mbokazi's mentality

Ex-Chelsea and England captain John Terry hailed Bafana Bafana's Mbekezeli Mbokazi ahead of the World Cup.

Jun 11, 2026 · ESPN

Bafana's Mbekezeli Mbokazi joins Lionel Messi in MLS All-Star XI, 'TLB' gets most fan votes

Mbokazi was named as a starter in a team featuring Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) and Son Heung-min (LAFC) that will take on an All-Star team from Mexico's Liga MX in Charlotte, NC, on July 29.

Jun 6, 2026 · ESPN

MLS goes gaga for Bafana duo, Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ulwethu Makyanya, picked for the FIFA World Cup

Major League Soccer (MLS) is pretty obsessed with South Africa's players in the United States's league, judging by the excited reaction to Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ulwethu Makhanya's selections to the national team.

May 28, 2026 · ESPN

Who is Chicago Fire and South Africa defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi and why is he called TLB?

Mbekezeli Mbokazi -- known back home as "TLB" -- has transitioned from newfound stardom in South Africa to becoming the bedrock of the Chicago Fire FC's defensive line.

May 28, 2026 · ESPN

MLS Power Rankings: Vancouver, Nashville, Miami top three

Vancouver and Nashville are the hottest teams in MLS heading into the World Cup break, which is why they are ranked first and second in our ESPN Power Rankings.

May 25, 2026 · ESPN