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The final score in the second leg match between Banyana Banyana and Burkina Faso was 2-0. Linda Motlhalo scored the first goal from the penalty spot in the 56th minute, and Nicole Michael added the second goal in the 82nd minute. The victory secured Banyana Banyana’s place at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a 3-1 aggregate score.
The final whistle blew, and the stadium erupted in a wave of celebration. We had done it! We had secured our place in the CAF WAFCON tournament. Amidst the exhilaration, a touch of sadness crept in as we celebrated our victory. Our beloved captain, Janine van Wyk, had announced her retirement from professional football.
Janine, your leadership, grace, and resilience have been an inspiration to us all. You have led us through countless battles, always with unwavering determination and an infectious passion for the game.
Thank you, Janine, for everything you have given to Banyana Banyana. You have left an indelible mark on the team, and your legacy will continue to inspire us for generations to come.
Thank you, Janine, for being our leader, our friend, and our inspiration. Your legacy will live on forever.
And to my fellow Banyana Banyana, let us continue to strive for greatness, to push our boundaries, and to chase our dreams with unwavering passion. Remember, we are Banyana Banyana, and we are unstoppable!
Banyana Banyana will now join hosts Morocco, Nigeria, Zambia, Senegal, Tunisia, Algeria, and Cameroon at the 2024 WAFCON, which will be held from July 2 to 23.
