Mpumi Nyandeni Bows Out In Style As Banyana Fight Back To Beat Malawi

Banyana Banyana came back from a goal down to record a 2-1 win over Malawi in an international friendly at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Tuesday.

The South African womens football team honoured legendary midfielder Mpumi The Goat Nyandenis last match with a victory against a stubborn Flames outfit. Head coach Desiree Ellis also continued her preparations for the defence of the upcoming WAFCON title with a largely changed up side.

The visitors took a surprise lead in the 57th minute, capitalising on defence errors by the Banyana defence and mainly goalkeeper Kaylin Swart.

The first choice keeper made a poor call in trying to play sweeper keeper outside the box, an incident that resulted in a corner, and the Flames used that corner as they headed themselves in front with Swart again flapping on the 50th appearance.

Although it took a while, Banyana responded with a set-piece of their own, which second-half substitute Hildah Magaia converted. The winger reacted quickest in a congested box to blast home a half volley after the Malawi goalkeepers punch was not strong enough to clear.