Banyana Banyana were certainly not outmatched by Sweden during their 2-1 loss in Group G World Cup opener on Sunday, but they do have departments they need to sharpen up when they face Argentina in Dunedin on Friday morning. | Sport24news
One of them is in defence, where Noko Matlou's height and experience are needed to help combat any aerial threats.Banyana Banyana were certainly not outmatched by Sweden during their 2-1 loss in Group G World Cup opener on Sunday, but they do have departments they need to sharpen up when they face Argentina in Dunedin on Friday morning.
There was a stream of set-pieces that Banyana couldn't deal with effectively and this is where Matlou's far better command of her aerial space was much needed. Dlamini also has extensive continental experience with Mamelodi Sundowns' Ladies, but selection, rightly so, remains Ellis' prerogative. Getting the best out of the trio is Ellis' main mission as Seoponsenwe spent most of the match against Sweden tracking back on defence when Kgatlana was caught in possession.
If there's a player who embodies that quality for South Africa, it's Noxolo Cesane, who was an unused substitute on Sunday. She has a snarl and aggression that makes the opposition uncomfortable and, outside of her pace and skill, these values should be brought to the fore.Linda Mothlalo was one of the players who was outmuscled by the physical Swedes - these things do happen in football.
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