Banyana Banyana starting line up squad against Brazil revealed

By Samantha Allen

Published: August 28, 2022 | 3:12 PM GMT

Goalkeepers: Andile Dlamini (Sundowns), Kaylin Swart (JVW), Regirl Ngobeni (UWC)

Defenders: Karabo Dhlamini (Oakland University), Asanda Hadebe (Sunflower WFC), Janine van Wyk (JVW), Lebohang Ramalepe (Dinamo Minsk), Bambanani Mbane (Sundowns), Bongeka Gumede (UWC), Lonathemba Mhlongo (UWC)

Midfielders: Refiloe Jane (Sassoulo), Nomvula Kgaola (Unattached), Linda Motlhalo (Djurgadens), Thalea Smidt (Sundowns), Robyn Moodaly (JVW), Kholosa Biyana (Unattached), Amogelang Motau (UWC), Thubelihle Shamase (UJ)

Forwards: Jermaine Seoposenwe (FC Juarez), Melinda Kgadiete (Sundowns), Noxolo Cesane (UWC), Nthabiseng Majiya (Richmond), Hildah Magaia (Sejong Sportstoto)

The Banyana Banyana team has been selected by South Africa’s head coach Desiree Ellis to take against Brazil.

The majority of the 23-member group includes regulars for the national team, with two significant outliers.

Noko Matlou, who is eligible for selection, will stay in Spain; the only other foreign-based defenders to get a call from Desiree Ellis are Lebohang Ramalepe and Karabo Dhlamini.

Thembi Kgatlana’s early withdrawal from the Wafcon due to injury prevents her from playing versus Brazil.

Ellis is excited to play Brazil in order to assist her side prepare for the Women’s World Cup in 2023.

On September 2 and 5, Banyana Banyana will play two friendly matches against Brazil, with the first game taking place at Orlando Stadium.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.