Bafana Bafana legend Mark Williams has called on South African football fans to stop booing striker Lyle Foster.Foster, 25, recently missed a penalty in a warm-up match against Nicaragua, prompting some fans to whistle at him.Williams reminded supporters that even one of Bafana's greatest strikers, Phil Masinga, faced similar treatment in 1996.

He emphasised that Foster, who plays in one of England's top divisions, is giving his best for the national team and deserves encouragement rather than criticism.

Coach Hugo Broos also commented on Foster's need to regain confidence and improve his physical condition, noting that Foster missed several games for his relegated English club, Burnley, towards the end of the season.Bafana Bafana were meant to depart for Mexico on Sunday for the World Cup, but visa issues delayed their travel.They have a warm-up match against Jamaica scheduled ahead of their opener against Mexico on 11 June, a repeat of the 2010 World Cup opening match.The tournament will conclude on 19 July, co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada.Fans are encouraged to support their players, especially young talents like Foster, as the team prepares for the global stage.