Stanley Tshabalala was indeed the first coach of South Africa's men's national soccer team when it was readmitted to international soccer in 1992. His leadership was pivotal during that historic period in South African football.

Stanley Tshabalala, who served as South Africa's inaugural men's national team coach following its reinstatement to international soccer in 1992, has passed away, announced the Orlando Pirates. He was 75 years old.

Tshabalala, a prominent figure at Orlando Pirates as an administrator, succumbed to injuries sustained from a shooting incident in March this year, according to a statement released Thursday by the club and the Tshabalala family.

Known affectionately as "Screamer," Tshabalala previously coached Mamelodi Sundowns from 1986 to 1992, during which time he secured eight trophies, including two league titles.

His successful tenure at Sundowns paved the way for his historic appointment as the first coach of Bafana Bafana, South Africa's national soccer team, following the end of apartheid and the country's re-entry into international football. Under his leadership, Bafana Bafana famously defeated Cameroon in their first international match, setting the stage for their eventual triumph in the Africa Cup of Nations in 1996, where they beat Tunisia in the final.

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie expressed condolences to Tshabalala’s family, honoring his enduring legacy and contributions to South African football over many decades.