Banyana Banyana face Italy in their final group match of the FIFA Women’s World Cup at Wellington Regional Stadium on Wednesday.
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Kick-off is at 9:00 SA time.
Desiree Ellis’ charges head into this important encounter knowing that only a win can see them advance to the Last 16.
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As things stand, South Africa are third on the Group G log with a single point from two games while Italy are second with three points.
A win for Banyana Banyana will be enough, especially given that Italy are sitting on a minus four (-4) goal difference.
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While their inferior goal difference could be at their disadvantage, Italy know that a draw is all they need against Banyana Banyana.
Banyana Banyana are expected to make a few changes to the team that started against Argentina in that 2-2 draw.
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Captain Refiloe Jane is facing a race against time due to a foot injury she suffered against Argentina while there are huge expectations for the return of goalkeeper Andile Dlamini.
HERE’S HOW TO WATCH BANYANA BANYANA VS ITALY ON TV
This crunch encounter between Banyana Banyana and Italy will be screened LIVE on various SuperSport TV channels, and they are Grandstand, SS-Football and Variety 4.
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The match will also be available on SABC Sport channel 124 on Open View, SABC 1 and across all radio stations.
The South African website will publish a match report soon after the final whistle to let you know if Banyana Banyana or Italy advanced.
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