South Africa beat Morocco to win first WAFCON title

STAFF REPORTER|

SOUTH Africa’s Banyana Banyana beat Morocco 2-1 on Saturday to win their first WAFCON title at the fifth time of asking.

Hildah Magaia scored twice for South Africa in the first half and while semi-final hero Rosella Ayane pulled a late goal back late, Desiree Ellis’ side held on to secure a historic victory.

Having previously reached the final of the competition on four occasions, the South Africans finally got their hands on the trophy at the fifth attempt.

After a goalless first half, Magaia broke the deadlock just after the hour mark and then got her name on the scoresheet again eight minutes later.

With 10 minutes left on the clock, the hosts pulled one back Rossela Ayane, who plays for Tottenham Hotspur Ladies in England. The goal gave Moroccan supporters hope that they would level matters, as the hosts started putting more pressure on the South