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BBC News
8 hours ago
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Holders South Africa win shootout to reach Wafcon semis
Goalkeeper Andile Dlamini was the star of an otherwise dull game, producing two saves in a 4-1 shootout win as holders South Africa saw off Senegal on penalties to reach the semi-finals of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) in game had finished goalless after extra time at the Honneur Stadium in guessed the right way to deny the tournament's joint top scorer Nguenar Ndiaye and Meta Kande from the spot while the defending champions converted all of their for Banyana Banyana, it was defender Bambanani Mbane, arguably their best player so far in Morocco, who struck the winning result means that South Africa face Nigeria, who thrashed Zambia 5-0 on Friday, in Tuesday's first semi-final in Casablanca (16:00 GMT).The winners will face either the hosts or Ghana, who beat Algeria on penalties earlier on Saturday to reach the last four.
News24
8 hours ago
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Banyana confirm another date with Nigeria
Banyana Banyana defeat Senegal 4-1 on penalties after a goalless 120-minutes to advance to the Wafcon semi-finals. South Africa will face Nigeria's Super Falcons in the last four, continuing their historic rivalry in African women's football. The defending champions will compete for a place in the final with $1 million in prize money and a Fifa Women's World Cup qualification at stake, while hosts Morocco will face Ghana in the other semi-final. Banyana Banyana and Nigeria will renew their rivalry in what has become a common fixture in the history of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon). The two nations will once again meet in the semi-final of Wafcon – the fifth time they have faced off at this stage of the continental championship. After avoiding each other in the semi-finals of the last edition in Morocco three years ago, it was almost easy to predict a South Africa versus Nigeria semi-final at this year's tournament, also in Morocco. Banyana overcame Senegal on Saturday in a hard-fought quarterfinal that was settled by penalty kicks, which South Africa won 4-1, to confirm a date with Nigeria's Super Falcons. Nigeria demolished Zambia 5-0 in their last eight fixture on Friday. Semi-final line up South Africa and Nigeria will meet in Casablanca on Tuesday. The tournament hosts, Morocco, will face Ghana in Rabat, also on Tuesday. After a gruelling, goalless stalemate against Senegal, Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini was the hero of the night. And this is how it ends — Banyana_Banyana (@Banyana_Banyana) July 19, 2025 She saved two spot kicks during the shootout, while defender Bambani Mbane converted the kick that sent South Africa to the last four. Karabo Dhlamini, Tiisetso Makhubela and Gabriela Salgado converted their spot kicks. Did you know? At stake is $1 million (R17.7 million) for the winners, plus a ticket to the Fifa Women's World Cup. Banyana could have settled the game in regulation time, but the team's attackers couldn't capitalise on two unforced errors by Senegalese goalkeeper Adji Ndiaye. On one occasion South Africa hit the target – at the start of extra-time - but Lebogang Ramalepe's strike was flagged for offside. A VAR check for a possible penalty early in the second half of extra-time, was turned down after review. Senegal also created chances of their own, but Banyana goalkeeper Dlamini responded with composed saves. Nigeria are the record holders of Wafcon, having won it 11 times, while South Africa holds the one title they lifted in Morocco three years ago.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
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Ghana beat Algeria on penalties in Wafcon quarter-finals
Ghana beat Algeria 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) to set up a semi-final meeting with hosts Morocco. Cynthia Konlan was the hero for the Black Queens, saving from Marine Dafeur and Ines Belloumou in the shootout before Evelyn Badu converted the winner and sparked joyous celebrations. The West Africans were the brighter side for the majority of a scrappy encounter in Berkane, with Algeria lacking a cutting edge in the final third. Stella Nyamekye thought she had fired the Black Queens in front in the 27th minute, but her fierce strike was ruled out after a VAR check for a marginal offside in the build-up. Badu then spurned a glorious chance to win it for the West Africans with three minutes remaining of the 90 when she failed to connect with a knock-down some eight yards out. The two sides cancelled each other out during extra time, with the only chance of note coming when Algeria midfielder Ghoutia Karchouni sent a long-range effort over the bar at the end of the first period. Ghana striker Doris Boaduwaa threatened twice late on but first goalkeeper Chloe N'Gazi and then centre-back Roselene Khezami made vital clearances. Algeria exit the tournament without conceding a goal while Ghana will now travel to Rabat to take on Morocco, who beat Mali 3-1 on Friday, in the last four on Tuesday (19:00 GMT). More to follow.
BBC News
12 hours ago
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Ghana beat Algeria on penalties in Wafcon quarter-finals
Ghana beat Algeria 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) to set up a semi-final meeting with hosts Konlan was the hero for the Black Queens, saving from Marine Dafeur and Ines Belloumou in the shootout before Evelyn Badu converted the winner and sparked joyous West Africans were the brighter side for the majority of a scrappy encounter in Berkane, with Algeria lacking a cutting edge in the final Nyamekye thought she had fired the Black Queens in front in the 27th minute, but her fierce strike was ruled out after a VAR check for a marginal offside in the then spurned a glorious chance to win it for the West Africans with three minutes remaining of the 90 when she failed to connect with a knock-down some eight yards two sides cancelled each other out during extra time, with the only chance of note coming when Algeria midfielder Ghoutia Karchouni sent a long-range effort over the bar at the end of the first striker Doris Boaduwaa threatened twice late on but first goalkeeper Chloe N'Gazi and then centre-back Roselene Khezami made vital exit the tournament without conceding a goal while Ghana will now travel to Rabat to take on Morocco, who beat Mali 3-1 on Friday, in the last four on Tuesday (19:00 GMT).More to follow.
News24
12 hours ago
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What Banyana can expect against Senegal in battle for semifinal ticket
Sydney Mahlangu / BackpagePix Banyana are odds-on favourites to progress to the semifinals in Morocco. Victory for South Africa will set up a clash with Nigeria in the last four on Tuesday. The Super Falcons of Nigeria progressed to the semis after a 5-0 hammering of Zambia on Friday. Defending Wafcon champions Banyana Banyana will face an unpredictable Senegalese side with a point to prove. The two nations meet in the quarterfinals of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) on Saturday night at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco. Set your watches The game kicks off at 9pm SA time. The South African women's national team head into the clash brimming with confidence after topping group C, capped by a statement performance in their 4-0 win over Mali. In Senegal, Banyana have been pitted against a team dominated by tall, physical players who are often not known for having pace, but that is not the case with the Lionesses of Teranga, as the west African women's side is affectionately known. Having scored six goals in their past three matches, Senegal pose a real attacking threat. Their players are tall, strong and surprisingly quick, making them dangerous on both set pieces and counterattacks. The Senegalese frequently use their speed and aerial strength to their advantage, often playing direct and diagonal long balls from deep in their half and relying on the pace and aggression of striker Nguenar Ndiaye. Head-to-head Senegalese attacker Ndiaye has scored four goals and is currently joint top goal-scorer at the tournament. In their 1-0 loss to hosts Morocco, Senegal played a high defensive line and were caught on the counter, which is something South Africa could exploit with their speedy attackers making runs from behind. The Senegalese defence has conceded four goals, mostly from defensive errors with players caught ball-watching or out of position, highlighting their potential weakness at the back. However, Desiree Ellis' charges must be wary of the Lionesses' never-say-die attitude, demonstrated in their performances against Morocco and Zambia, when they continued to fight until the final whistle. Banyana will aim to control the tempo by keeping possession, not only to conserve energy, but also to draw Senegal's defence out and create space for roving full-back Lebohang Ramalepe to deliver crosses on the overlaps or for Jermaine Seoposenwe to pounce with her intelligent runs. Road to the quarterfinals Banyana began their campaign with a 2-0 win over Ghana, followed by a 1-1 draw with Tanzania and a dominant 4-0 victory against Mali. South Africa finished as group C winners with seven points ahead of Ghana. Senegal opened their Wafcon campaign with a 4-0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo, then suffered a 3-2 loss to Zambia and a 1-0 defeat to Morocco. The Senegalese finished third in group A with three points, but qualified for the knockout game as one of the two best third-placed sides, alongside Mali in group C. Critical players South Africa Lebohang Ramalepe The pacey right-back, now used as a wing-back, has thrived in attacking roles. Her ability to deliver quality crosses and track back defensively will be crucial. Bambanani Mbane The composed centre-back is comfortable on the ball and often initiates attacks. Her ability to read the game and handle threats like Ndiaye will be vital. Senegal Nguenar Ndiaye Joint top-scorer at Wafcon 2024 with four goals, Ndiaye is central to Senegal's attack. She is strong, fast and clinical. Mama Diop The Olympique de Marseille forward brings leadership and tactical intelligence to the field. She has scored two of Senegal's six goals and adds a physical presence up front.
