Sky: "Banyana Banyana are Queens for making history"
The 2nd of August should be declared a public holiday in South Africa!
South Africa's women's national football team, affectionately known as Banyana Banyana, delivered a scintillating performance on the international stage.
Captain Thembi Kgatlana scored the winner in the 92nd minute to make history for South Africa, setting up a meeting with the Netherlands and sending Italy home.
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People don't seem to realise the magnitude of the win against Italy. Imagine the Springboks when they won the Rugby World Cup back in 2019. That was a proud moment where the nation came together, and this is another one of those momentous times.
Sky Tshabalala was on his way back from C-Bali restaurant during the match, so he watched the game via streaming on his cellphone.
The car had to stop just for Sky to celebrate the victory.
"Guys, I don't think you understand the way this has made me and the entire SA feel? This is the kind of win that can unify a nation," said Sky.
Sky brought that same excitement into the studio, and Carmen as well as Darren echoed the same sentiments throughout the show. Listen to the full audio below:
From the opening whistle, it was evident that both teams were fiercely determined to claim victory.
Italy, known for its disciplined defence and sharp attacking style, quickly found itself on the offensive.
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However, Banyana Banyana demonstrated their resilience, thwarting several attempts on goal and showcasing their impressive teamwork.
The historic win marks a significant milestone for South African women's football.
The triumph against a skilled and experienced team like Italy not only boosts the players' confidence, but also raises the profile of women's football in the country.
Banyana Banyana's remarkable display of skill, determination, and teamwork will undoubtedly inspire a new generation of aspiring female footballers to dream big and aim for greatness.
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