DESIREE ELLIS

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Banyana Banyana make it two wins from two after seeing off Algeria

Banyana Banyana made it two wins from the two in the friendly internationals against Algeria after a 2-0 victory at the King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi on Friday afternoon.

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Ellis encouraged by Banyana display as Mbane earns 100th cap

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has expressed satisfaction with her side’s 1-0 victory over Algeria women’s national football team, noting the performance was promising given the limited time the squad has spent together since last year.

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Desiree Ellis targets sharper finishing ahead of Algeria test

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says improving final third efficiency will be the key focus when the team takes on Algeria in their first international friendly.

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Desiree Ellis views WAFCON postponement as blessing in disguise

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis believes the postponement of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations could work in her team’s favour by offering players valuable time to improve their match fitness.

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Ellis on the importance of squad balance ahead of Algeria friendlies

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis says the upcoming international friendlies against Algeria will be used to give valuable game time to key overseas-based players as preparations continue for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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Desiree Ellis names Banyana Banyana squad for Algeria friendly

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis has named a 24-woman squad for the upcoming international friendly against Algeria, as she looks to refine her combinations ahead of the 2026 WAFCON.

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