Noticeable absentees from Banyana squad are Andile Dlamini, Thembi Kgatlana, Refiloe Jane, Noko Matlou, Nomvula Kgoale and Jermaine Seoposenwe.
Ellis says she will be using the friendlies against Senegal to assess her squad ahead of Wafcon.coach Desiree Ellis has announced her squad for the upcoming two international friendly matches against Senegal.The reigning Women’s Africa Cup of Nations champions Banyana will host Senegal at home on 31 May before playing them again away on 4 June.
The noticeable absentees from Ellis’ squad are Andile Dlamini, Thembi Kgatlana, Refiloe Jane, Noko Matlou, Nomvula Kgoale and Jermaine Seoposenwe. Ellis says she will be using the friendlies against Senegal to assess and explore the potential of other players ahead of the Wafcon, which will be played in Morocco later this year.
“I think October last year really showed what a core group is all about, when we had so many players missing because of injuries, exams and visa issues. We are always looking at the depth and the versatility within our team, and we have made some changes to the squad for the upcoming fixtures against Senegal,” Ellis told the Safa media.“I think this selection presents an exciting opportunity for us to assess and explore the potential of other players within our core group.
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