The former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana star defender, Mbekezeli "TLB" Mbokazi who plays for Chicago Fire in America has been suspended. The suspension came after Mbokazi picked his 5th yellow card, during a game against Atlanta United.

With Chicago fire scoring three goals, Mbokazi registered a total of seven clearances on Saturday' game. His team beaten Atlanta United by three goals to two. He was given a yellow card in the 81st minute and is set for one match suspension. The suspension will hit the KZN born defender in the pocket. He will miss the Thursday’s clash against Orlando City at Soldier Field. On top of that, his club has hit him with a fine of $250, which is around d R4 200 (in South African Rands).

The South African international has been in form, since returning from a thigh injury, he has started all six MLS matches. Since joining Chicago Fire, Mbokazi has made a name for himself and was recently named the fourth-best player in the MLS’s 22 Under 22 class of 2026.

Mbokazi will be joining the South African National team, after Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane included him in the squad that will face Kenya in African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match. Bafana Bafana will play back to back games against Kenya, which is coached by former South African international strike Benni McCarthy. He last featured for Bafana Bafana during the FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada and America.

Source:

https://www.soccerladuma.co.za/psl/sa-players-abroad/bafana-defender-suspended-in-the-mls