Excitement filled the air as Sasol-Banyana Banyana clashed with Nigeria’s Falcons in a thrilling and fiercely contested battle for the Olympic qualification. Despite showing huge determination, Banyana Banyana fell short in their quest for a ticket to the Olympics.
The match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, saw both teams leaving nothing on the field. However, it was Nigeria who emerged victorious, securing their spot in the upcoming Olympic Games due to a 1-0 aggregate advantage. Despite the disappointment of defeat, Banyana Banyana can hold their heads high knowing they fought hard until the final whistle. The match marked another historic moment as Lebogang Ramalepe celebrated her 100th cap showcasing her enduring commitment, and determination to the team.
“We are proud of the effort and passion that Sasol Banyana Banyana brought to the field. Their achievements and contributions to women’s football continue to inspire fans across the nation. The team must continue to wear the green and gold with pride, knowing that they carry the hopes and dreams of a nation. We look forward to witnessing their future successes and celebrating the victories that lie ahead” said Sasol Senior Manager: Brand and Sponsorship, Nozipho Mbatha.
Though the road to the Olympics ends here for Banyana Banyana, their journey has left an indelible mark on the hearts of supporters everywhere as was witnessed through the high energy and the crowd that attended the match.
The match was also attended by the Sasol Culture Transformation Ambassadors whose purpose at Sasol is to live meaningful lives both within and outside of the office. Being a part of this group has motivated them to get involved in all Sasol initiative to influence the culture of the organisation, football being one of them.
“We are very excited to be here as this is part of women empowerment and we at Sasol are all about women empowerment. Soccer is part of our conversational metaphors in our portfolio and we are here living part of that metaphor” said the Culture Transformation Ambassadors spokesperson, Nozuko Motswiane .
As the players look to the future, the team remains determined to continue striving for excellence, living the impossible while representing South Africa with pride on the international stage.
