Reigning champions South Africa began their 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign in style, securing a solid 2-0 win over Ghana in their Group C opener on Monday in Oujda.
Early goals from Linda Motlhalo and Jermaine Seoposenwe within the first 35 minutes secured a vital win for Banyana Banyana, reinforcing their status as strong title contenders in the newly expanded 12-team tournament.
Desiree Ellis’ team showed confidence from the start and broke the deadlock in the 28th minute, following a VAR-confirmed penalty for a foul on Noxolo Cesane.
Motlhalo calmly converted from the spot, placing the ball into the bottom right corner to reward South Africa’s early dominance.
