South Africa’s senior women’s national team, Banyana Banyana, continued their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Botswana in a thrilling three-nation friendly match at the Lucas Moripe Stadium yesterday afternoon.
The African champions showcased their resilience in a tightly contested encounter, demonstrating both attacking flair and defensive grit as they fine-tune their strategies ahead of the tournament in Morocco this July.
Match Highlights
The game saw Banyana Banyana take control early, but Botswana proved to be a tough opponent, responding swiftly to South Africa’s attacks. Despite the spirited challenge from their neighbors, the hosts managed to secure the win in what served as a crucial test ahead of the continental showpiece.
While the lineups and goal scorers were not immediately disclosed, the narrow victory highlighted areas for improvement while also reinforcing the team’s competitive edge. The match was part of a three-nation series designed to give Banyana Banyana much-needed game time before their WAFCON title defense.
