Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis is singing the praises of her charges despite their early exit from the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. A second goal shortly after half-time made the task even more difficult, but Banyana Banyana responded and eventually found a way back into the contest through Kgatlana. The coach also congratulated Morocco on reaching the World Cup while making it clear that South Africa’s own qualification hopes have not disappeared. World Cup dream still aliveAlthough the quarter-final defeat means Banyana Banyana have missed out on automatic qualification for the 2027 Women’s World Cup, they still have a route through the WAFCON playoffs. South Africa will travel to Casablanca as they attempt to keep their World Cup dream alive.