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CAF
20-07-2025
- Sport
- CAF
South Africa edge resilient Senegal to advance to TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON semi-finals
Defending champions South Africa are one step closer to retaining their TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations crown after edging Senegal in a nerve-wracking quarterfinal decided by penalties on Saturday evening. Following 120 minutes of tense, goalless football, Banyana Banyana triumphed 4–1 in the shootout to secure a semi-final date with Nigeria thanks to heroic saves by Andile Dlamini. The match was a tightly contested affair from the first whistle, with both sides creating chances but lacking the finishing touch. South Africa saw efforts from Jermaine Seoposenwe, Hildah Magaia and Karabo Dhlamini denied by Senegal's resolute defending and the excellent goalkeeping of Adji Ndiaye. Senegal threatened through Mama Diop and Nguenar Ndiaye, but the in-form Dlamini stood tall in goal for South Africa with a commanding performance, including crucial saves late in the match. VAR waved off a potential South African penalty, and chances remained few and far between as both teams prepared for a decisive shootout. In the penalty drama that followed, it was Dlamini who emerged as the hero, making two decisive saves—first denying Nguenar Ndiaye and then Méta Kandé—to swing the momentum firmly in South Africa's favour. Karabo Dhlamini, Tiisetso Makhubela, Gabriela Salgado, and Bambanani Mbane all converted with precision, showing nerves of steel. Mbane's top-corner finish sealed a 4–1 shootout win and sent South Africa into a blockbuster semi-final against familiar foes Nigeria.
TimesLIVE
19-07-2025
- Sport
- TimesLIVE
Dlamini help Banyana beat Senegal on penalties to book semifinal spot against Nigeria at Wafcon
It was Senegal who posed much of the danger in the first half with their tall strikers Nguenar Ndiaye and Mama Diop testing Banyana keeper Andile Dlamini a couple of times. Banyana forwards Hildah Magaia and Jermaine Seoposenwe were tightly marked and at times had to fetch the ball deep as the Senegalese defended well. Lebohang Ramalepe always gave Banyana options in attack and was the player who looked capable of finding an opening for Banyana. Banyana coach Desiree Ellis made only one change after half time, bringing Amogelang Motau for Sibulela Holweni to shore up a midfield that battled to create as many chances for the strikers in this match. As much as both sides tried, the match ended 0-0 after 90 minutes with no clear-cut chances created on both ends. In the first half of extra-time Ramalepe was unlucky to have been judged offside after scoring having latched on to an exquisite defence splitting pass by Banyana skipper Refiloe Jane. Magaia too saw her close range shot in the second half of extra time parried away by a confident Adji Ndiaye in the Senegalese goals. Later a penalty appeal against Magaia was also turned down by the referee after a prolonged VAR examination. Other than those chances there was very little that both teams did in the extra 30 minutes to show they wanted to avoid going to the penalties. In the second semifinal also to be played on Tuesday, 2022 runners-up Morocco will face Ghana who also needed penalties to earlier on Saturday to oust Algeria.
News24
19-07-2025
- Sport
- News24
What Banyana can expect against Senegal in battle for semifinal ticket
Sydney Mahlangu / BackpagePix Banyana are odds-on favourites to progress to the semifinals in Morocco. Victory for South Africa will set up a clash with Nigeria in the last four on Tuesday. The Super Falcons of Nigeria progressed to the semis after a 5-0 hammering of Zambia on Friday. Defending Wafcon champions Banyana Banyana will face an unpredictable Senegalese side with a point to prove. The two nations meet in the quarterfinals of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) on Saturday night at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco. Set your watches The game kicks off at 9pm SA time. The South African women's national team head into the clash brimming with confidence after topping group C, capped by a statement performance in their 4-0 win over Mali. In Senegal, Banyana have been pitted against a team dominated by tall, physical players who are often not known for having pace, but that is not the case with the Lionesses of Teranga, as the west African women's side is affectionately known. Having scored six goals in their past three matches, Senegal pose a real attacking threat. Their players are tall, strong and surprisingly quick, making them dangerous on both set pieces and counterattacks. The Senegalese frequently use their speed and aerial strength to their advantage, often playing direct and diagonal long balls from deep in their half and relying on the pace and aggression of striker Nguenar Ndiaye. Head-to-head Senegalese attacker Ndiaye has scored four goals and is currently joint top goal-scorer at the tournament. In their 1-0 loss to hosts Morocco, Senegal played a high defensive line and were caught on the counter, which is something South Africa could exploit with their speedy attackers making runs from behind. The Senegalese defence has conceded four goals, mostly from defensive errors with players caught ball-watching or out of position, highlighting their potential weakness at the back. However, Desiree Ellis' charges must be wary of the Lionesses' never-say-die attitude, demonstrated in their performances against Morocco and Zambia, when they continued to fight until the final whistle. Banyana will aim to control the tempo by keeping possession, not only to conserve energy, but also to draw Senegal's defence out and create space for roving full-back Lebohang Ramalepe to deliver crosses on the overlaps or for Jermaine Seoposenwe to pounce with her intelligent runs. Road to the quarterfinals Banyana began their campaign with a 2-0 win over Ghana, followed by a 1-1 draw with Tanzania and a dominant 4-0 victory against Mali. South Africa finished as group C winners with seven points ahead of Ghana. Senegal opened their Wafcon campaign with a 4-0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo, then suffered a 3-2 loss to Zambia and a 1-0 defeat to Morocco. The Senegalese finished third in group A with three points, but qualified for the knockout game as one of the two best third-placed sides, alongside Mali in group C. Critical players South Africa Lebohang Ramalepe The pacey right-back, now used as a wing-back, has thrived in attacking roles. Her ability to deliver quality crosses and track back defensively will be crucial. Bambanani Mbane The composed centre-back is comfortable on the ball and often initiates attacks. Her ability to read the game and handle threats like Ndiaye will be vital. Senegal Nguenar Ndiaye Joint top-scorer at Wafcon 2024 with four goals, Ndiaye is central to Senegal's attack. She is strong, fast and clinical. Mama Diop The Olympique de Marseille forward brings leadership and tactical intelligence to the field. She has scored two of Senegal's six goals and adds a physical presence up front.
CAF
17-07-2025
- Sport
- CAF
WAFCON 2024 Golden Boot Race Heats Up: Chebbak and Ndiaye Neck-and-Neck After Group Stage
Published: Thursday, 17 July 2025 As the group stage of the CAF TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 concludes, the race for the Golden Boot is intensifying. Morocco's Ghizlane Chebbak and Senegal's Nguenar Ndiaye lead the scoring chart with four goals apiece, setting the stage for a thrilling battle for top scorer honors as the tournament heads into the knockout rounds. Chebbak, the Atlas Lionesses' captain and Golden Boot winner in the 2022 edition, struck four times in just two games — including a hat-trick against the Democratic Republic of Congo (4-2) — reaffirming her status as a vital offensive leader for Morocco. Matching her stride for stride is Ndiaye, whose clinical consistency has been key for Senegal. The striker bagged braces in both the 3-2 loss to Zambia and the emphatic 4-0 victory over DR Congo, showing a sharp eye for goal in high-stakes encounters. Close on their heels are Zambia's dynamic duo — Barbra Banda and Racheal Kundananji — who have tallied three goals each. Banda kicked off her campaign with the tournament's fastest goal, scoring just 58 seconds into the opener against Morocco. She added another in the 3-2 win over Senegal. Kundananji, meanwhile, has found the net in every group match, proving to be a constant threat in the box. The Zambian pair have spearheaded the Copper Queens' attack with explosive pace and relentless pressure, positioning themselves as serious contenders should their team advance deeper into the tournament. Lurking just behind the leaders are a group of underrated sharpshooters: Senegal's Mama Diop, Nigeria's Chinwendu Ihezuo, Ghana's Alice Kusi, and Morocco's Yasmine Mrabet — each with two goals. Diop offers the instincts of a classic poacher, while Ihezuo has dazzled with her technical finesse. Kusi and Mrabet have quietly delivered key goals and could still shake up the leaderboard if their nations progress. With the unpredictability that defines WAFCON, the Golden Boot race promises more twists — and one big performance in the quarterfinals could change everything. Top Scorers After Group Stage: Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco) – 4 goals Nguenar Ndiaye (Senegal) – 4 goals Barbra Banda (Zambia) – 3 goals Racheal Kundananji (Zambia) – 3 goals Mama Diop (Senegal) – 2 goals Chinwendu Ihezuo (Nigeria) – 2 goals Alice Kusi (Ghana) – 2 goals Yasmine Mrabet (Morocco) – 2 goals
Ya Biladi
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
Morocco advances to Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with victory over Senegal
The Moroccan national team displayed remarkable resilience to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), defeating Senegal 1-0 on Saturday evening at Rabat's Olympic Stadium, in their final Group A match. From the outset, the Atlas Lionesses took control of the game with aggressive wing play, while remaining anchored defensively to contain any Senegalese counterattacks. Senegal created an early threat through Nguenar Ndiaye in the 16th minute, but Morocco quickly regained the upper hand. Ibtissam Jraïdi nearly opened the scoring a minute later, but her shot was cleared off the line by the Senegalese defense. Led by captain Ghizlane Chebbak, the Moroccan side maintained pressure with well-placed through balls that disrupted Senegal's defensive line, though they struggled to convert their chances. The breakthrough came just before halftime when Senegalese goalkeeper Adji Ndiaye brought down Ibtissam Jraïdi in the box. Yasmin Mrabet calmly converted the resulting penalty in the 45+2 minute, giving Morocco a deserved lead. After the break, Jorge Vilda's squad pushed for a second goal. Substitutes like Imane Saoud, who replaced Sakina Ouzraoui, added fresh energy. Morocco came close through Jraïdi (69'), Fatima Tagnaout (71'), and Élodie Nakkach (73'), but the Senegalese defense held firm. At the other end, veteran goalkeeper Khadija Er-Rmichi stood tall, notably denying a dangerous set piece from Marième Babou in the 68th minute. With this win, Morocco finishes top of Group A with seven points, edging Zambia on goal difference. Zambia also won their final match, beating DR Congo 1-0 in Mohammedia, thanks to a 9th-minute goal from Racheal Kundananji.
