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Desiree Ellis, Head Coach of South Africa, is seen prior to the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Round of 16 match between Netherlands and South Africa at Sydney Football S

Banyana Banyana struggling to assemble a COSAFA Women’s Champs squad

On the eve of the COSAFA Women’s Championship kick-off, the hosts Banyana Banyana are struggling to put a team together and their participation in this tournament is in doubt.

Andile Dlamini of South Africa poses for a portrait during the official FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 portrait session on July 18, 2023 in Wellington, New Zealand.

Andile Dlamini unfazed by World Cup lack of game time

South Africans may have been polarised by Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis’ decision not to play goalkeeper Andile Dlamini at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand last month, but the player could not be bothered.

Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini

Andile Dlamini reflects on Banyana Banyana's historic FIFA Women’s World Cup

Reflecting on the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand last month, Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini was always convinced they would advance to the knockouts rounds.

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Banyana Banyana coach’s plea ahead of USA departure

Ahead of Banyana Banyana’s departure for North America on Sunday to face USA in back-to-back friendly matches this month, coach Desiree Ellis has issued a plea to corporate South Africa.

Andile Dlamini of South Africa poses for a portrait during the official FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 portrait session on July 18, 2023 in Wellington, New Zealand.

Andile Dlamini hopes to inspire young girls to “take over the world”

Andile Dlamini, goalkeeper for Banyana Banyana and Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies, hopes her 2023 award recognition will inspire children across the globe, not just in South Africa.

Simphiwe Dludlu, Banyana Banyana Assistant coach

USA apprenticeship not taking Simphiwe Dludlu away from the dugout

Banyana Banyana assistant coach Simphiwe Dludlu has hinted her trip to the USA on an enrichment program only arms her with the knowledge to pick up where she left off with the female U17 side as a sole tactician.