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Hildah Magaia

Hildah Magaia credits Portia Modise for football career

She may never have dreamed of playing in a World Cup, but Banyana Banyana striker Hildah Magaia grew up idolising Portia Modise and, as a result, harboured ambitions of being in the national team.

Tuks Ladies attacker Wendy Shongwe

AmaTuks benefit from Wendy Shongwe's World Cup experience

University of Pretoria assistant Job Mbentse praised Banyana Banyana attacker Wendy Shongwe for being a team player and an inspiration to her teammates.

Banyana Banyana midfield enforcer Kholosa Biyana

Kholosa Biyana urges the public and media to support local women's football

As the domestic women’s football programme returns tomorrow, Banyana Banyana midfield enforcer Kholosa Biyana has urged the general public and the media to continue with their support of the game like they were doing during the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Banyana Banyana applaud fans at FIFA Women's World Cup 2023

SAFA bank on Banyana Banyana’s World Cup showing for professional league

The South African Football Association hopes Banyana Banyana’s performance at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand will somehow accelerate their four-year strategy to professionalise the women’s game.

Kaylin Swart of South Africa directs her team during the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Round of 16 match between Netherlands and Runner Up Group G at Sydney Football Sta

Desiree Ellis on standing by her selections including Kaylin Swart

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has continued to stand by her selection decisions at the 2023 FIFA Women’s Cup, particularly Kaylin Swart’s number-one spot in the goalkeeping department.

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Banyana coach Ellis and members of her support staff return home to SA

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis and members of her support staff have returned home to a vociferous welcome at OR Tambo International Airport after a historic FIFA Women's World Cup campaign.