The Egyptian king, Mohamed Salah, on Monday helped his national team subdue stubborn Zimbabwe.
The victory put South Africa second in the group with three points behind Mali.
The Super Eagles forward will be replacing first-choice striker Jamie Vardy, who will be out for “a few weeks” after suffering a gluteal injury in training.
“We are stronger than them. It is unacceptable to have won only in the fourth game against Bodø,” said Mourinho.
The 22-year-old striker scored 27 goals in just 28 appearances for RB Salzburg who won their eighth consecutive title.
