S.Africa's grannies kick out stereotypes on the soccer field

'Grannies Soccer World Cup' kicks down stereotypes

The Grannies International Football Tournament in South Africa has created a space for women 55 and older to improve and maintain their health, while showcasing their abilities in front of hundreds of cheering spectators. The tournament is hosted by Vakhegula Vakhegula FC, a team formed in 2007 that inspired the creation of similar teams across South Africa. 'Vakhegula' means 'grandmother' in the Tsonga language.

S.Africa's grannies kick out stereotypes on the soccer field

Wearing blue tracksuits and waving their national flag, South Africa's Vakhegula Vakhegula soccer team jogged into the stadium to cheers ahead of their first match against team USA.

S.Africa's grannies kick out stereotypes on the soccer field

TZANEEN, South Africa (Reuters) - Wearing blue tracksuits and waving their national flag, South Africa's Vakhegula Vakhegula soccer team jogged into the stadium to cheers ahead of their first match against team USA.

S.Africa's grannies kick out stereotypes on the soccer field

By Siyabonga Sishi TZANEEN, South Africa (Reuters) - Wearing blue tracksuits and waving their national flag, South Africa's Vakhegula Vakhegula soccer team jogged into the stadium to cheers ahead of

S.Africa’s grannies kick out stereotypes on the soccer field

By Siyabonga Sishi TZANEEN, South Africa (Reuters) - Wearing blue tracksuits and waving their national flag, South Africa's Vakhegula Vakhegula soccer team jogged into the stadium to cheers ahead of their first match against team USA. It was the first day of the Grannies International Football Tournament in Limpopo province, and this team - like the others - was made up of women aged 55 and up. Vakhegula means "grandmothers" in the Tsonga la…

S.Africa's grannies kick out stereotypes on the soccer field

TZANEEN, South Africa : Wearing blue tracksuits and waving their national flag, South Africa's Vakhegula Vakhegula soccer team jogged into the stadium to cheers ahead of their first match against team USA. It was the first day of the Grannies International Football Tournament in Limpopo province, and th