Banyana Banyana coach explains reasons behind thumping by Norway
After being stuck in heavy traffic for almost four hours, SA's gameplan was disrupted leading to an erratic game
03 June 2019 - 16:28
Desiree Ellis says there were a number of factors in Banyana Banyana’s 7-2 defeat to Norway in their final warm-up match ahead of the Fifa Women’s World Cup kick off in France on Sunday‚ but admits the side will have to sharpen up in defence or face a humbling experience at the global soccer showpiece.
Banyana were 5-0 down at halftime against the Scandinavians‚ but did rally in the second period‚ showing better organisation‚ spirit and potency in front of goal...
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