Inside Banyana’s Next Mission: Desiree Ellis on Defending the Crow

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Desiree Ellis sits down with Danny Guselli and Faheedah Crouch for an inside look at Banyana Banyana’s next chapter 🇿🇦

From lifting the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in 2022 to making history at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Coach Ellis reflects on the journey so far and what it will take to do it again.

With WAFCON 2026 on the horizon, she unpacks the challenges of the tournament shift, squad readiness, key player absences, and why Durban’s conditions are the perfect preparation ground.

Plus, insights on upcoming clashes against Algeria and Japan, and how the team is building toward another historic run.

Can Banyana defend their crown?
10 Apr English South Africa Society & Culture · Entertainment News

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