Ellis hails Banyana’s defensive discipline in Wafcon opener

Africa: Woman of the Match - Saratou Traore Dedicates Award to Family and Mali

They say that the first time is habitually memorable and for Malian defender Saratou Traore, her first ever appearance for Les Aigles Dames at the TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will always hold a special place in her heart and mind.

Ellis praises Banyana's defensive discipline in Wafcon opener

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Ellis hails Banyana’s defensive discipline in Wafcon opener

Banyana Banyana defender Bambanani Mbane: 'Team effort will help through Wafcon'

Banyana Banyana defender, Bambanani Mbane, has credited her accolade as the Player of the Match during their 2-0 triumph over Ghana.

Black Queens Fall 2-0 To South Africa In WAFCON Group C Opener

GHANA’S BLACK Queens suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat to defending champions South Africa in their opening Group C match at the 2025 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Oudja. Head coach Kim Lars Björkgren named a strong starting lineup, with Cynthia Konlan Findiib in goal and captain Portia Boakye leading a defense that included Comfort Yeboah, Susan Ama Duah, and Anasthesia Achiaa. The midfield featured Grace Asantewaa, …

WAFCON 2024: South Africa Boss Desiree Ellis explains how Black Queens were defeated

South Africa head coach Desiree Ellis has broken down how her side managed to overcome Ghanas Black Queens in their Group C opener at the 2024 Womens Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).Banyana Banyana secured a 2-0 win at the Stade Honneur to kick off their title defence on a strong note, but Ellis admitted the result didnt come easy.Speaking after the match, Ellis revealed that Ghana posed an early threat and the momentum could have shifted if her …