Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis has named the team that will face Lesotho in two international friendly matches this month, with the South Africa Senior Women’s National Team’s prepares for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 5 to 26 July, 2025.
Banyana will begin the camp with a goalkeeper’s camp on Saturday, 15 February 2025, with in-field players joining the camp on Monday, 17 February 2025 in Johannesburg.
Ellis announced her squad for the two international friendly matches, which will be played at Lucas Moripe Stadium on 22 and 25 February 2025.
Speaking after the announcement Dr Ellis, expressed her excitement with the new brew of players she has called up.
“We are always watching players and have been impressed with the group we have called in for these two matches.”
Banyana Banyana Head Coach, Dr Desiree Ellis
“As you see some are from the COSAFA Championships played last year, some are currently part of the U17 National Team and will have an opportunity to learn from the senior team while they prepare for their World Cup qualifiers” said Ellis.
“We want to see what the following players will bring to the team,” said Ellis. “We want them to showcase themselves, and fight for a spot in the senior team.”
“Sasol proudly congratulates the newly announced Banyana Banyana squad set to face Lesotho in friendly matches at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria.”
Sasol Group Brand and Sponsorships Manager, Dean Somerset
“As our reigning WAFCON champions prepare to defend their title, we commend coach Desiree Ellis and her technical team for their commitment to growing the game by broadening the player pool and introducing fresh talent into the team.”
“To all the players, both new and experienced, we wish you the very best,” said Somerset. “This is a team that continues to live the impossible on and off the field, and we have no doubt that you will bring the same passion, resilience, and excellence to these encounters. Sasol will be behind you, South Africa will be behind you—go out there and shine!”
Banyana Banyana Squad for Lesotho Friendlies:
Jessica Williams
Casey Gordon
Asa Rabalao
Mbali Ntimeni
Matshidiso Masebe
Katlego Moletsane
Siphesihle Dlamini
Dineo Magagula
Nthando Phahla
Portia Masilela
Bonolo Mokoma
Yomelelo Jacobs
Sikelelwa Mhlanga
Unathi Simayile
Yolanda Nduli
Okuhle Sithole
Mmabatho Mogale
Nondumiso Manengela
Isabella Ludwig
Katleho Malebana
Sibongile Ntoane
Thatho Mafolo
Kesha Hendricks
Adrielle Mibe
Katlego Mohale
Khewzi Khoza
Tshegofatso Motlogelwa
Mavis Maiacane
Nobhale Ndelwa
Tanna Hollis
Original Copy: SAFA, with editing by gsport
Main Photo Caption: Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis has named the team that will face Lesotho in two international friendly matches this month. Photo: SAFA
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