Banyana Banyana restore pride as Sasol vows full backing for 2027 Fifa World Cup push
Following Banyana Banyana's dramatic victory over Nigeria to reach the World Cup play-offs, primary sponsor Sasol has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the team on their path to the 2027 finals in Brazil.
South Africa's women's national football team, Banyana Banyana, have restored national pride by securing a place in the 2027 World Cup play-off tournament with a 2-1 victory over Nigeria. This comes after they narrowly missed out on direct qualification by losing in the Wafcon semi-finals. The win not only puts them back on track for the major tournament but also reignited a rivalry that extends beyond sports, involving cultural debates like Jollof Rice and Afrobeats.
Banyana Banyana's progress to the play-offs was met with widespread appreciation from the nation, bringing immense pride to their sponsor, Sasol. The company's CEO, Dean Somerset, emphasized that football plays a crucial role in social cohesion and youth development, and they are proud to support the team. Sasol has pledged to provide all necessary support, backing Banyana through the play-off stage and the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
The team will face Uzbekistan, Chinese Taipei, Ecuador, and Papua New Guinea in the play-offs, with success potentially earning them a spot in the final round.
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