Banyana To Bag R9.2 Million If They Win AWCON

South African Football Association are said to have promised Banyana Banyana R9.2 million if they win Africa Women Cup of Nations. According SABC Sport, SAFA President Danny Jordaan confirmed the news after Desiree Ellis announced final 23-woman squad for the competition.

The coach also announced three players who will be on the standby list. Speaking at the press conference on Monday afternoon, Ellis was full of praise for the Hollywoodbets coaches for the work they have done in keeping the players fit. She further praised the players for the effort they displayed during the local preparation/selection camp.

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The Banyana Banyana coach said selecting the final squad for the tournament was a difficult task for the technical team.

“I want to start off by giving a big thank to the coaches out there for the fantastic job that they have done since the leagues have started,” said Ellis.

“We had a good week and a half and with many of the overseas based players joining us, many have stepped up. We had a good mix of youth and experience for the past week and half.”

Nozipho Mbatha, Sasol Senior Manager: Group Brand and Sponsorship Manager, expressed her excitement about Banyana Banyana representing the country in the AWCON.

“I congratulate each player called up for this significant national duty. We have seen how these ladies have worked hard during their campaign to qualify for this important tournament, and each selected player deserves to be part of the squad.

“We are grateful for the team to have made it to this point. I implore them to go out there and play their hearts out because Sasol, and other legions of fans will be watching them closely and cheering them on from home. As a South African, I want them to bring that cup home and secure that place to be a part of the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand in 2023.”

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Banyana Banyana Final Squad:

GOALKEEPERS:

Andile Dlamini
Kaylin Swart
Regirl Ngobeni

DEFENDERS:

Karabo Dhlamini
Lebohang Ramalepe
Janine Van Wyk
Bambanani Mbane
Bongeka Gamede
Noko Matlou

MIDFIELDERS:

Refiloe Jane
Nomvula Kgoale
Linda Motlhalo
Thalea Smidt
Kholosa Biyana
Amogelang Motau
Robyn Moodaly
Sibulele Holweni

FORWARDS:

Jermaine Seoposenwe
Melinda Kgadiete
Noxolo Cesane
Nthabiseng Majiya
Thembi Kgatlana
Hildah Magaia

Standby players:

Kebotseng Moletsane
Tiisetso Makhubela
Thubelihle Shamase