In a pivotal match for the Paris 2024 Olympic Qualifier, South Africa’s Banyana Banyana are set to leverage their home advantage in an attempt to overturn Nigeria’s lead.
The first leg of the qualifier saw the Super Falcons of Nigeria secure a narrow 1-0 victory over Banyana Banyana at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja, with Rasheedat Ajibade converting a crucial penalty in the 42nd minute.
As the teams prepare for the second leg, Banyana Banyana’s head coach, Desiree Ellis, remains optimistic, expressing confidence in her team’s ability to perform better than they did in Nigeria.
The upcoming match is scheduled for April 9, 2024, at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, where Banyana Banyana will have the support of their fans to rally and potentially secure a spot in the 2024 Olympics.
The stakes are high as the South African team, who are the current African champions and have previously qualified for the Olympics on two occasions, face their long-standing rivals, the Super Falcons.
With the Nigerian team having arrived in South Africa, both sides are undoubtedly motivated to claim the coveted Olympic berth.
This showdown promises to be more than just a game; it’s a battle for continental supremacy and a chance to shine on the world’s biggest sporting stage.