South Africa’s Banyana Banyana fell just short of glory in the 2024 COSAFA Women’s Championship final, losing to Zambia's Copper Queens in a dramatic penalty shootout. After a goalless draw in regular time, Zambia emerged victorious with a 4-3 win on penalties, securing the title and leaving the South African team in disappointment.
Banyana Banyana’s journey to the final saw them overcome Mozambique in a thrilling semifinal clash. That game ended 1-1 in regular time, leading to a penalty shootout where South Africa held their nerve to triumph 4-1, advancing to the final with high hopes. However, they could not replicate the same success in the final against a resilient Zambian side, who proved too tough to break down in open play.
Zambia’s victory adds to their recent accomplishments in African women’s football, including a strong showing in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and qualification for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. This latest achievement further solidifies their status as a rising force in the region, while South Africa will look to regroup and build on their impressive performances in the tournament.
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