Banyana Banyana of South Africa head coach, Desiree Ellis, has expressed disappointment with her team’s defeat to the Super Falcons of Nigeria.
The holders lost 2-1 to their perennial rivals in the semi-final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday night.
Banyana Banyana conceded late in the first half after Rasheedat Ajibade converted from the penalty spot for Nigeria.
Linda Motlhalo, however, levelled for South Africa from another penalty on the hour mark.
Defender Michelle Alozie won it for Nigeria with a long-range effort deep into stoppage time.
Ellis stated that the failure to convert their chances cost them victory in the game.
“We wanted to win. If we had taken our chances, we could have won the game,” the coach said at the post-match presser.
South Africa will now battle the Black Queens of Ghana for third position on Friday.
WAFCON 2024: South Africa coach, Ellis rues missed chances in defeat to Super Falcons
