A formidable Morocco team stands between Banyana Banyana and the WAFCON championship, but they are only one step away.
Tonight’s Women’s African Cup of Nations match pits the South African national women’s football team against Morocco, the event’s hosts.
After winning three of their first four games, Banyana easily advanced out of the group stage.
They then triumphed over Tunisia in the round of eight before defeating Zambia in the final four with a thrilling late win.
They are now just one game away from the championship, but they will need another outstanding effort!
South Africa XI: Dlamini, Mbane, Matlou, Ramalepe, Dhlamini, Kgoale, Jane, Cesane, Motlhalo, Magaia, Seoposenwe.
Subs: Swart, Gamede, Van Wyk, Smidt, Kgadiete, Biyana, Moodaly, Ngobeni, Motau, Majiya.
“Our first aim is to qualify for the World Cup and players know why we’re here,” Banyana coach Desiree Ellis told TimesLive.
“We selected the squad for every eventuality. Banyana didn’t expect this and now the versatility is going to come through.
“We’ve trained very well and we’re looking forward to the game. We know it’s going to be a difficult one like any knockout stage game is.
“We’ve got a plan in place and we’ve got players to execute that plan.
“It’s important that we bring our ‘A’ game.
“We’ve seen the quality that they have and we’ve always said that we’ll never underestimate any team because you underestimate teams at your peril.”