South Africa announce 23-player squad for FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 play-offs

South Africa are stepping up preparations for their next major international challenge, with head coach Desiree Ellis settling on the players she will take to Morocco.

South Africa head coach Desiree Ellis has named her squad for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 Inter-Confederation Play-Off Tournament in Morocco.

The 23-player selection includes several Mamelodi Sundowns stars, alongside South Africans playing in Europe, Mexico and Saudi Arabia.

Banyana Banyana's opponents in Morocco

South Africa will open their campaign against Chinese Taipei before facing Ecuador in their second match. Uzbekistan will be their final opponent.

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The inter-confederation play-offs will take place across two international windows, from November 28 to December 5, 2026, and in February 2027. The competition will determine the final three teams to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Sundowns dominate Ellis' selection

Mamelodi Sundowns provide a strong contingent, including goalkeeper Andile Dlamini, defenders Karabo Dhlamini, Lebohang Ramalepe and Khutso Pila, midfielder Noxolo Cesane and forwards Wendy Shongwe, Nthabiseng Majiya and Ronnel Donnelly.

Overseas-based selections include Thembi Kgatlana of Tigres UANL, Linda Motlhalo of Glasgow City, Hildah Magaia of Al-Ittihad and Amogelang Motau of Club Tijuana.

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