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South Africa's national teams thrive despite SAFA's leadership failures
South African football is thriving, with Bafana Bafana's impressive performance in the Africa Cup of Nations and Banyana Banyana's historic achievement at the World Cup.
Matlou and Nyandeni bow out as legends after stellar Banyana careers
Banyana Banyana legends Noko Matlou and Nompumelelo Nyandeni left an enduring mark in women's football during their illustrious reins, and that's why they deserved the send-off in their last international matches.
Desiree Ellis happy with depth in Banyana squad ahead of Wafcon
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says they are building a strong depth which will enable them to compete and defend their crown at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) finals in Morocco this winter.
Mpumi Nyandeni bows out in style as Banyana fight back to beat Malawi
Banyana Banyana fought back from a goal down to secure a 2-1 victory against Malawi in Mpumi Nyandeni's farewell match, with Hildah Magaia and Amogelang Motau scoring late goals to complete the comeback at Lucas Moripe Stadium.
Banyana Banyana’s Nyandeni set for emotional farewell in final match against Malawi
Nompumelelo Nyandeni bids farewell to Banyana Banyana as she reaches 150 caps against Malawi
Banyana Banyana honour Matlou with commanding victory over Malawi
Banyana Banyana bid farewell to veteran defender Noko Matlou with a commanding 3-0 victory over Malawi. The friendly match, played in wet conditions, saw Nonhlanhla Mthandi score twice as the South African women's team continue preparations for their WAFCON title defence.
End of an Era: South African football icons Matlou and Nyandeni last dance for Banyana
After years of distinguished service to South African women's football, icons Noko Matlou and Mpumi Nyandeni will make their final appearances for Banyana Banyana in upcoming friendlies against Malawi. Their retirement marks the end of an era for the national team as they prepare to defend their Women's Africa Cup of Nations title in Morocco
Banyana Banyana ramp up preparations for pivotal friendlies against Malawi
Banyana Banyana are intensifying their preparations for two crucial friendlies against Malawi.
Banyana’s Wafcon defence back on track as Desiree Ellis leaves Super League chaos behind
Desiree Ellis expresses relief as Banyana Banyana overcomes domestic league turmoil to focus on their Wafcon title defence. With crucial Malawi friendlies this weekend, the coach aims to rebuild team chemistry and assess new talent ahead of July's continental championship.
WAFCON champions Banyana Banyana unveil squad for Malawi double-header
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis has named a full-strength squad for two upcoming friendly internationals against Malawi on 5 and 8 April 2025 as part of their Women's Africa Cup of Nations preparations.
Desiree Ellis applauds Banyana's young guns after back-to-back wins over Lesotho
Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has heaped praise on her inexperienced squad after their back-to-back victories in two international friendlies against neighbours Lesotho last week
Banyana Banyana’s young stars shine in hard-fought win over Lesotho
Banyana Banyana secured a 1-0 win over Lesotho at UJ Soweto Campus, with Nobahle Mdelwa's penalty sealing the victory. Coach Desiree Ellis tested new talent ahead of WAFCON, with rising stars like Katlego Malebana impressing. The teams face off again on Tuesday.
Ellis aims to strengthen Banyana with Lesotho friendlies
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis is expanding her squad as they prepare for two friendly matches against Lesotho, aiming to build depth ahead of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
Young Banyana stars set to shine in crucial Lesotho friendly
South Africa's women's football team introduces exciting young talent as they prepare to face Lesotho in a crucial friendly match. Rising star Katlego Malebana leads a new generation of players hoping to cement their places for WAFCON 2025
Desiree Ellis drops senior stars as Banyana Banyana focus on youth for Lesotho clashes
Banyana Banyanyana head coach Desiree Ellis has explained her decision to omit regular national team players from the upcoming back-to-back friendlies against Lesotho, set to take place at the Lucas Moripe Stadium later this month
Youthful Banyana squad for February training camp
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis announces a youth-focused 22-player squad for February's training camp, featuring COSAFA runners-up and emerging talent, as the team prepares to defend their WAFCON title in Morocco
Bafana, Banyana kit sponsor Le Coq files for bankruptcy
The French apparel company has been placed in a six-month financial observation period in Paris, but the South African division and its operations will remain unchanged.
Columnist Gasant Abarder launches 'Re-Boot' Initiative to provide football boots for underprivileged children
Veteran journalist and columnist Gasant Abarder has started the ‘Re-Boot' initiative, which aims to provide gifted underprivileged children with soccer boots in cape Town's Woodstock suburb in the Western Cape.
Year-End Review: Desiree Ellis’ Banyana Banyana shrugged off poor start
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis has been the fuel behind the team’s drive in recent years, and this is thanks to her positive outlook on the team’s performances.
Where to now for struggling Safa after temporary government fix?
The Department of Sport’s decision to advance R5 million for Bafana and Banyana payments was a wonderful gesture, but one wonders how else Safa would have solved this problem. . .
Sports department hands R5 million to Safa for Bafana and Banyana payments
Some Bafana and Banyana players have been waiting for payments since September as Safa have been grappling with cash-flow issues, leading to delays in disbursing match bonuses and salaries.
Ho ho ho! Father Christmas Gayton McKenzie allocates R5 million to cover unpaid Bafana, Banyana players' salaries
Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has forwarded SAFA an advance to help pay the salaries of Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana players.
Banyana learn important lessons from Reggae Girlz
Banyana Banyana faced tough challenges during their tour of Jamaica, suffering two defeats but gaining valuable experience ahead of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations
Banyana Banyana's Desiree Ellis gears up for tough encounters against Jamaica
Banyana will be determined to regain momentum with a win following last month's defeats to Denmark and England during their mini-European tour last month.
Desiree Ellis battles injury woes as Banyana Banyana get set for Jamaica
As Banyana Banyana journey through a challenging phase, coach Desiree Ellis will hope she can turn the tide against Jamaica and harness her players’ potential for the Wafcon.