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Afcon 2019: Bafana Bafana's Mothiba knows how to stop Ivory Coast dangerman Pepe

There is a famous saying in the English language that 'familiarity breeds contempt', but in the case of the South Africa national team and striker Lebo Mothiba, it might just be their secret weapon.

Bafana Bafana are set to begin their 2019 Africa Cup of Nations campaign on Monday as they take on Ivory Coast.

Just one look at the opposition, who possess several of the continents most prolific players, and it will be understandable if the Bafana players are slightly hesitant when they take to the field.

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However, for Mothiba, coming up against players such as Nicolas Pepe is a mere reunion.