Banyana Banyana Coach Desiree Ellis Predicts Major Boost for Women’s Football in South Africa if Kaizer Chiefs Join with a Women’s Team

The idea of Kaizer Chiefs launching a women’s team has stirred quite a buzz in the football community.

Desiree Ellis, the accomplished Banyana Banyana coach, believes this move would be a game-changer for the sport.

A Boost for the League

Ellis, who has been recognized as the CAF Women’s Coach of the Year four times, is enthusiastic about how Chiefs’ involvement could elevate the entire Hollywoodbets Super League.

She argues that the presence of such a prominent team would significantly boost the league’s profile and competitiveness.

Building on Existing Success

Ellis acknowledges the contributions of teams like Mamelodi Sundowns, TS Galaxy, and Royal AM to the growth of women’s football in South Africa.

Their efforts have made a notable impact, and Ellis is confident that Kaizer Chiefs could build on this momentum.

The Role of Sponsorship

According to Ellis, the potential for increased sponsorships is substantial if Chiefs enter the women’s football arena.

With Chiefs being such a major brand, their involvement would likely attract new sponsors and elevate the game further.

Recent Developments in Women’s Football

Just a few months ago, Stellenbosch FC made headlines by forming their own women’s team, now competing in the SASOL Women’s League.

This move marked a significant step for Stellenbosch as it became the first club in the area to have a professional women’s team.

Ellis’s Vision for the Future

Ellis believes that while Chiefs may not be performing at their best currently, their entry into women’s football would have a huge impact.

She noted during the launch of the Twinning Project at Johannesburg Correctional Centre that the team’s strong fan base and existing popularity would help bring in sponsorships and elevate the sport.

“I think it will be big for women’s football,” Ellis said.

She praised the progress made by other clubs and expressed hope that Kaizer Chiefs, along with potentially Orlando Pirates, would take women’s football to new heights.

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