Banyana Banyana Book Semi-Final Spot After Penalty Shootout Thriller Against Senegal
Published by World Sports Betting
Defending champions South Africa are one step closer to retaining their TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) crown after edging Senegal in a nerve-wracking quarter-final clash on Saturday evening. The match ended goalless after 120 minutes, with Banyana Banyana triumphing 4–1 in the penalty shootout, thanks to a heroic performance by goalkeeper Andile Dlamini.
Tense Encounter in Casablanca
The quarter-final was tightly contested from the outset, with both sides displaying solid defensive organisation and creating limited but dangerous chances. Jermaine Seoposenwe, Hildah Magaia, and Karabo Dhlamini came close for South Africa, only to be denied by a combination of resilient Senegalese defending and the outstanding goalkeeping of Adji Ndiaye.
Senegal, meanwhile, posed a threat through Mama Diop and Nguenar Ndiaye, but South Africa’s Dlamini stood firm, making crucial saves in the closing stages of extra time to keep her side in contention.
Drama in the Shootout
With no breakthrough in regular or extra time, the match went to penalties. VAR controversially waved away a possible penalty for South Africa late in the match, but it was Dlamini who stole the spotlight in the shootout, saving from Nguenar Ndiaye and Méta Kandé to put Banyana in control.
Karabo Dhlamini, Tiisetso Makhubela, Gabriela Salgado, and Bambanani Mbane all converted their spot kicks with calm precision. Mbane’s emphatic top-corner finish sealed the 4–1 victory and a place in the semi-finals.
Semi-Final Fixtures – WAFCON 2025
📅 22 July – 18:00
Nigeria vs South Africa
Odds: Nigeria 21/20 | Draw 21/10 | South Africa 3/1
📅 22 July – 21:00
Morocco vs Ghana
Odds: Morocco 15/20 | Draw 12/5 | Ghana 4/1
*ODDS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Final Word
With their title defence still alive, Banyana Banyana now face a blockbuster semi-final clash against continental rivals Nigeria. With momentum on their side and Dlamini in sensational form, South Africa’s hopes of back-to-back titles remain firmly intact.
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