Gallery: Banyana’s training session ahead of WAFCON third-place playoffs
South Africa players during the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations South Africa Training at Mohammed V in Casablanca, Morocco on 24 July 2025 ©Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Gallery: Banyana’s training session ahead of WAFCON third-place playoffs

Enjoy an image gallery of Banyana Banyana as they continue their preparations for their Women's Africa Cup of Nations third-place playoffs clash against Ghana on Friday.

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Saili backs Morocco to edge Nigeria in WAFCON final
RABAT, MOROCCO - JULY 23: Moroccan fans cheer during 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations final match between Morocco and South Africa at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco on July 23, 2022. (Photo by Jalal Morchidi/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

Saili backs Morocco to edge Nigeria in WAFCON final

Former Zambia Women’s national team player Melissa Kape Saili believes host nation Morocco may just edge the highly anticipated Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final against reigning champions Nigeria.

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WATCH: Dr Ellis react to Banyana’s defeat in WAFCON
Desiree Ellis, coach of South Africa during the 2024 Womens Africa Cup of Nations final, semifinal match between Nigeria and South Africa at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on the 22 July 2025 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

WATCH: Dr Ellis react to Banyana’s defeat in WAFCON

Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis has reflected back on their loss against Nigeria in the semi-final of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

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Banyana’s journey in WAFCON ended by Nigeria
Deborah Ajibola Abiodun of Nigeria celebrates goal during the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations Semi Final match between Nigeria and South Africa at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco on 22 July 2025 ©Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Banyana’s journey in WAFCON ended by Nigeria

Banyana Banyana missed the chance to book their place in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations final after falling to a 2-1 defeat to Nigeria in the semi-finals on Tuesday evening.

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Banyana is Nigeria’s biggest threat – Desire Oparanozie
Ugochi Desire Oparanozie of Nigeria during the 2018 TOTAL African Womens Cup of Nations match between South Africa and Nigeria the 18 November 2018 at Cape Coast Stadium, Ghana / Pic Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Banyana is Nigeria’s biggest threat – Desire Oparanozie

As the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) heats up, former Nigerian international and prolific forward Ugochi Desire Oparanozie believes Banyana Banyana is Nigeria's biggest threat to winning the WAFCON, but she feels the Super Falcons can get past them and ultimately claim the coveted title.

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Modiko gives insight on Banyana’s rock-solid defence
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 06: Players of South Africa with the shirt of Refiloe Jane pose for a team photo prior to the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Round of 16 match between Netherlands and South Africa at Sydney Football Stadium on August 06, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Modiko gives insight on Banyana’s rock-solid defence

As the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) heats up, the nation's focus is firmly on our beloved Banyana Banyana, Showmax Premier League had a chat with Nthabeleng Modiko about Banyana's rock-solid defence.

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“We have to be on top of our game against Senegal” – Dr Ellis
Desiree Ellis coach of South Africa during the 2024 Womens Africa Cup of Nations South Africa Training on the 13 July 2025 at Honneur Stadium in Oujda © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

“We have to be on top of our game against Senegal” – Dr Ellis

Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis says they have to be on top of their game when they face Senegal in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals on Saturday.

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Banyana cruise into WAFCON quarter-finals
Hildah Magaia of South Africa celebrates goal during the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations Final match between South Africa and Mali at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco on 14 July 2025 ©Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Banyana cruise into WAFCON quarter-finals

Banyana Banyana eased their way into the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-finals following their 4-0 victory over Mali at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco.

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“To play for a point is very dangerous” – Dr Ellis
Desiree Ellis coach of South Africa during the 2024 Womens Africa Cup of Nations South Africa Training on the 13 July 2025 at Honneur Stadium in Oujda © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

“To play for a point is very dangerous” – Dr Ellis

Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis is looking for nothing less than a victory when they take on Mali in their final Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group C clash on Monday evening.

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Dlamini a deep dive into Banyana’s prospects at WAFCON
Mbayang Thiam and Amanda Dlamini during the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations Final Trophy Reveal in Casablanca, Morocco on 2 July 2025 ©Nour Aknajja/BackpagePix

Dlamini a deep dive into Banyana’s prospects at WAFCON

As Banyana Banyana march on to defend their coveted title at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2025, former captain and iconic figure Amanda Dlamini has delivered a candid and hard-hitting critique of the support for women's football.

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