Thembi Kgatlana and Hildah Magaia Spark Banyana Banyana Fightback in Casablanca
Goals from Thembi Kgatlana and Hildah Magaia completed a stirring comeback from two down against Côte d’Ivoire to keep South Africa’s WAFCON 2026 dream alive ahead of Tuesday’s decider with Burkina Faso.
Desiree Ellis Declares Côte d’Ivoire Clash a Must-Win for Banyana Banyana
It was not the start Banyana Banyana wanted at WAFCON 2026, but Dr Desiree Ellis insists the fight is far from over after the 2-1 defeat to Tanzania, with Linda Motlhalo’s 100th cap a proud milestone on a difficult night in Casablanca.
Desiree Ellis Trims Banyana Banyana Squad to 26 for WAFCON Title Chase in Morocco
Dr Desiree Ellis has unveiled the 26 players who will carry South Africa’s hopes at WAFCON 2026, with Banyana Banyana chasing a second continental crown in Morocco and a ticket to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Banyana Banyana Defeat Algeria 1-0 with Nthabiseng Majiya Strike in Durban Clash
Sasol Banyana Banyana forward Nthabiseng Majiya’s 35th-minute strike gave South Africa a 1-0 victory over Algeria in the international friendly at the Princess Magogo Stadium in Durban on 14 April, 2026.
Banyana Banyana Gear Up for Double Dose of Friendly Action Ahead of WAFCON 2026
Banyana Banyana are building towards the new dates announced for WAFCON 2026 with two exciting friendly series confirmed, after news that Algeria will come to Durban in April, before the squad jets off to face Japan in Osaka in June.
Banyana Banyana to Launch 2027 FIFA World Cup Quest with COSAFA and WAFCON Double-Header
Sasol Banyana Banyana’s journey to the 2027 FIFA World Cup starts now as Desiree Ellis assembles her squad for the COSAFA Championship and WAFCON, with African women’s football action beginning against Malawi on 18 February in Polokwane
Desiree Ellis Selects Banyana Banyana Squad for COSAFA and WAFCON Alignment Camp
Dr Desiree Ellis has named a 38-member Banyana Banyana squad for an alignment camp ahead of the COSAFA Women’s Championship and WAFCON, with the team drawn in Group A against Malawi, Lesotho, and Angola.
‘Grateful and Excited’ – Banyana Banyana’s Jessica Wade on Move to Åland United
Twenty-two year old Banyana Banyana player Jess Wade is preparing to join Åland United in a life-changing career move that will see the JVW FC stalwart realise a lifelong dream after signing a two-year contract with the Finnish club.
Banyana Banyana Lay a Marker with Clinical 2-0 Win Over Morocco
A powerful marker was laid for WAFCON 2026 when Banyana Banyana secured a clinical 2-nil international friendly win over hosts Morocco, thanks to second-half goals by Nonhlanhla Mthandi and Noxolo Cesane
Banyana Banyana Ready to Battle WAFCON Hosts after Intensive Boksburg Camp
Banyana Banyana have arrived in Morocco for their final international friendly of 2025 against the WAFCON 2026 hosts, after a week-long preparation camp in Boksburg, as Coach Desiree Ellis steps up tournament preparations
Banyana Banyana to Face WAFCON Hosts Morocco Away from Home
Banyana Banyana squad announced for away international friendly against Morocco as the senior SA women’s football team steps up preparations for WAFCON 2026 after qualifying with their win over the Democratic Republic of Congo
Banyana Banyana Begin WAFCON 2026 Campaign with an Away Draw against the DR Congo
Banyana Banyana secured a vital 1-all away draw and a crucial away goal against DR Congo in their CAF WAFCON qualifier first leg, with the squad preparing for the second leg in Johannesburg on 28 October