National Women
Dreams do come true – Andile Dlamini on the memories of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup
9 June 2020 – When Banyana Banyana qualified for their maiden FIFA Women’s World Cup that took place in France, goalkeeper Andile Dlamini was the second choice goalkeeper in the squad. The qualification came in December 2018, but by June, when the World Cup kicked...
2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup hosts head coach looks back on the one-year anniversary of the tournament
9 June 2020 - Sunday (7 June 2020) marked exactly one when the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019™ got off to an exuberant, eye-catching start with a resounding 4-0 victory for the hosts over Korea Republic at Parc des Princes in Paris. To mark the first...
I remember it like it was yesterday – Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis on the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup
9 June 2020 – After months of trying, Banyana Banyana finally clinched a spot at their maiden FIFA Women’s World Cup. The tournament took place across France from 7 June to 7 July 2019. South Africa took on Spain, China and Germany – but unfortunately failed to win...
Captain Janine van Wyk relives the memories of Banyana Banyana’s 2019 FIFA Women’s WC debut
8 June 2020 - On this day, exactly one year ago, Banyana Banyana made their long-awaited debut in the FIFA Women’s World Cup held in France from 7 June to 7 July 2019. Spain defeated South Africa 3-1Two penalties against Banyana Banyana, a red card for defender...
Desiree Ellis – Life under lockdown
1 June 2020 - It’s been just over two months since the Lockdown in South Africa was announced and implemented to curb the spread of the Corona Virus pandemic. Football came to a sudden halt around the world – both the professional game and national teams. This means...
SAFA welcomes Sports Minister’s clarity on way forward
30 May 2020 – The South African Football Association (SAFA) welcomes Sports Minister Nathi Mthethwa’s clarification on the feasibility of resumption for both non-contact and contact sport. This clarity is helpful and will move towards the finalisation of football...
Championship race resumes in Women’s Bundesliga
28 May 2020 - The long wait is over. The Women’s Bundesliga resumes in Germany on 29 MayOpening games are Wolfsburg against Koln and 1. FFC Frankfurt against SandDFB Cup will also restart After the men’s Bundesliga returned to action in Germany last week,...
Future of English women’s game faces threat due to Covid-19, says study
28 May 2020 - The future of English women's soccer faces an unprecedented threat as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and decisive action must be taken to protect its future, researchers have said. Professional soccer in England has been suspended since mid-March due...
Ellis mourns the passing on of Liz, former U20 Women’s head coach
27 May 2020 – Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has expressed her deepest condolences to the family and friends of former head coach of the South African U20 Women’s National Team, Liesbeth Migchelsen who passed away in her home country of Netherlands in the...
Banyana Banyana’s Mbane enjoying life and football in Belarus
27 May 2020 – Four matches, four wins, three goals, and over five assists – that is the story of Banyana Banyana player Bambanani Mbane, who is currently in Belarus on the books of new outfit in the Belarus Premier Women’s League, FC Dinamo Minsk. The Sterkspruit,...