CAN Féminine 2026 – Group B: Preview, squad and schedule for Banyana Banyana

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The kick-off for the 2026 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations will take place this Sunday, July 26, in Morocco. After finishing fourth in the last edition, South Africa will be aiming to go even further this time around.

South Africa preview

Desiree Ellis' squad is banking on continuity as they chase a second title, following their 2022 triumph over Morocco. Thembi Kgatlana and Nthabiseng Majiya are the players to watch in this South African lineup.

South Africa squad

Goalkeepers: Andile Dlamini, Kaylin Swart, Katlego Moletsane

Defenders: Fikile Magama, Karabo Dhlamini, Bambani Mbane, Khutso Pila, Asanda Hadebe, Antonia Maponya, Lonathemba Mhlongo

Midfielders: Bongeka Gamede, Linda Mothlalo, Refiloe Jane, Robyn Miidaly-Salgado, Isabela Ludwig, Amogelang Motau, Nonhlanhla Mthandi, Sibulele Holweni, Gabriela Moodaly-Salgado, Noxolo Cesane

Forwards: Nthabiseng Majiya, Thembi Kgatlana, Hilda Magaia, Bonolo Mokoma, Ronnel Donnelly

South Africa schedule

Matchday 1 – Monday, July 27

South Africa vs Tanzania, Stade Moulay Rachid, Casablanca, (17:00 GMT)

Matchday 2 – Friday, July 31

South Africa vs Côte d'Ivoire, Stade Moulay Rachid, (17:00 GMT)

Matchday 3 – Tuesday, August 4

Burkina Faso vs South Africa, Stade Moulay Rachid, (20:00 GMT)

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.

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