DESIREE ELLIS
Ellis to use HWBSL Amplified as WAFCON selection platform
Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis says she will closely monitor the Hollywoodbets Super League Amplified to assess players’ consistency and track their recovery from injuries as part of preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Banyana earn redemptive victory over Japan as AFCON preparations continue
Banyana Banyana bounced back from a heavy defeat to claim an impressive 1-0 victory over Japan in their second international friendly at J-Green Sakai Main Field in Osaka on Tuesday.
Desiree Ellis: Japan defeat exposes key lessons ahead of WAFCON
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says the team is getting the kind of high-level test it needs after suffering a 5-0 defeat to Japan in the first of two international friendlies at the Yanmar Hanasaka Stadium in Osaka.
Asanda Hadebe looks forward to taking lessons from Japan
Banyana Banyana defender Asanda Hadebe says it’s a special moment for her to be part of the squad preparing for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Desiree Ellis looks forward to test in Japan
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says the two upcoming international friendly matches against Japan will provide an opportunity to test the team against highly skilled opposition.
Desiree Ellis announces Banyana Banyana squad to take on Japan
Banyana Banyana head coach Dr Desiree Ellis has announced the 23 players that will represent the nation in two international friendlies against Japan in June.
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