South Africa secured a dominant victory in their latest fixture, wiht Nonhlanhla Mthandi contributing to the scoring. Mthandi, a substitute, netted her first goal for the team after receiving a cut-back pass from fellow substitute Ronnel Donnelly.
In the other Group C match, the outcome between Ghana and Tanzania held significant implications for qualification. A victory for either side would guarantee a quarterfinal berth, while a draw would see Botswana advance at the expense of both.
Ghana took an early lead in the 12th minute when Princella adobea blocked a clearance from Tanzania’s goalkeeper Najiat Idrisa.However, Tanzania equalized in the 41st minute. Stumai Athumani was credited with the goal, which deflected off Ghana defender Susan Ama Duah and found the back of the net.
Ghana regained the lead in the 63rd minute through a penalty converted by Alice Kusi. The victory was sealed with late goals from Evelyn Badu and Chantelle boye-Hlorkah.
Moment of the Day: Refiloe Jane‘s free-kick was highlighted as the most extraordinary of Banyana’s four goals. The shot was expertly placed with sufficient swerve to elude the goalkeeper’s grasp.
Player of the Day: Lebo Ramalepe was recognized for her consistent performance throughout the tournament for Banyana. She contributed to the team’s win with a well-placed strike.
