SEE: Nando's takes a dig at Bafana Bafana after Banyana Banyana's triumph

SEE: Nando's takes a dig at Bafana Bafana after Banyana Banyana's triumph

Bafana Bafana were not ready for this...

Bongokuhle Hlongwane Hugo Broos Bafana Bafana
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While everyone in South Africa is rejoicing the incredible win for Banyana Banyana at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco, the same can't be said for the men's national team.

Fast food restaurant Nando's has taken a shot at Bafana Bafana.

Read more: Broos reacts to Bafana Bafana's 2023 AFCON draw

Nando's did this in the form of a Twitter post where they also took shots at them not being involved at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

Nando’s throws shade at Bafana Bafana.
Nando’s throws shade at Bafana Bafana. Twitter/Nando's

While the women's soccer team will be living their wildest dreams by jetting off to the FIFA Women's World Cup next year, the Bafana players will be watching the men's global showpiece from their couches later this year.

In case you didn't know, the men's national team failed to qualify for the World Cup taking place in Qatar. This happened after their loss against Ghana in November last year.

Read more: Banyana Banyana crowned queens of Africa

Banyana Banyana’s participation in these international tournaments is also a bittersweet moment for South Africa.

This is because the female team has a fraction of funding and sponsorship compared to the male counterparts, yet they are able to perform so magnificently.

Banyana Banyana champions of Africa
Banyana Banyana champions of Africa. Image/SAFA.net

According to News 24, Banyana Banyana’s players earn about ten times less than their male counterparts when it comes to match bonuses.

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