An own goal from Benedetta Orsi and goals from forwards Hildah Magaia and Thembi Kgatlana gave BanyanaBanyana a historic win at the Wellington Stadium in New Zealand on Wednesday. Do you think they have what it takes to beat the Netherlands next?
minute made it 2-1 and put South Africa in pole position.
But Banyana were punished for their sloppiness in defending set pieces as Caruso tapped home the equalizing goal to make it 2-2 after another failed attempt at defending aerial balls. On the stroke of full time, Lindah Motlhalo and Jermaine Seoposenwe combined well to setup Kgatlana, who tapped in the winning goal. The Italians could not find a way back.In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. For 14 free days, you can have access to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, top opinions and a range of features. Journalism strengthens democracy. Invest in the future today. Thereafter you will be billed R75 per month.
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