National Women
Japan withdrawing 2023 Women’s World Cup bid
23 June 2020 - The Japanese Football Association announced on Monday that Japan is withdrawing its bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup, just days before football's world governing body holds a vote to determine the successful candidate. Following an executive board...
Three bids submitted to FIFA Council for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™
11 June 2020 - Following a detailed assessment of the bid books and visits to the bidding countries, yesterday (Wednesday, 10 June) FIFA confirmed that three bids will be submitted to the FIFA Council in order for it to select the FIFA Women’s World Cup...
Brazil withdraws bid to host 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
10 June 2020 - Brazil has withdrawn its bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said the government did not consider it wise to offer financial guarantees in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Brazil will now support...
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,...