Desiree Ellis – Soccer

Dr Desiree Ellis coach of South Africa and Kaylin Swart of South Africa during the Women's Africa Cup Of Nations South Africa Press Conference on the 03 August 2026 at Labi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca ©Sydney Mahlangu BackpagePix

Proud Banyana coach Desiree Ellis: The fightback shows what this team is made of

Desiree Ellis was proud of the way her players turned around a difficult WAFCON to secure their place in the quarterfinals. After kicking off with a 2-1 loss to Tanzania, the team managed a 2-2 draw with Ivory Coast.…

Dr Desiree Ellis coach of South Africa during the Women's Africa Cup Of Nations South Africa Press Conference on the 26 July 2026 at Labi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca ©Sydney Mahlangu BackpagePix

‘The next match is a must-win game’ – Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has challenged her team to bounce back from defeat to Tanzania in their opening Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

International April 18, 2026

Desiree Ellis pleased as Banyana Banyana wrap up perfect Algeria test

Banyana Banyana powered to a 2-0 victory over Algeria women's national football team in their second friendly at King Zwelithini Stadium on Friday. After edging the first encounter 1-0 earlier in the week at Princess Magogo Stadium, the hosts…

International March 25, 2026

Banyana Banyana to face former world champions Japan

Banyana Banyana are set to test themselves against former World Champions Japan as they continue to prepare for the rescheduled Africa Cup of Nations 2026. The South African senior women's national team will first meet the Japan women's national…

Uncategorized November 24, 2025

Banyana Banyana Latest News: Ellis announces South Africa squad for Morocco clash ahead of WAFCON 2026

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has unveiled her squad to face Morocco in an international friendly next month, as confirmed by the South African Football Association.

Featured International Latest Issue News October 17, 2025

Pikinini: Banyana Banyana Receive Boost ahead of WAFCON Qualifiers

Banyana Banyana have been handed a timely lift ahead of their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, as star forward Thembi Kgatlana rejoins the national squad.

AFCON International July 23, 2025

WAFCON 2025: Nigeria Stun South Africa to Book Spot in Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Final

In a thrilling semi-final showdown at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Nigeria’s Super Falcons edged past defending champions South Africa with a dramatic 2–1 victory, securing their place in the final of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of…

Featured Football Clubs International Latest Issue July 8, 2025

Matchday 1: Banyana Banyana Begin WAFCON Title Defense with Dominant Win Over Ghana

Banyana Banyana have kicked off their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title defense in impressive fashion, securing a comfortable 2-0 victory against Ghana at the Honneur Stadium.

All news Featured Latest Issue News November 13, 2024

These icons will join the ranks of Chief’s Dr. Kaizer Motaung

A star-studded ceremony scheduled for November 20th will induct legendary figures into the South African Hall of Fame, recognizing their indelible mark on the history of the sport in the country.

Uncategorized July 25, 2022

Ellis: This is for everyone

Banyana Banyana Coach Desiree Ellis was a picture of happiness after guiding her side to glory on the international stage.