Casablanca: Banyana Banyana secured a hard-fought victory over the Super Falcons at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca. After a goalless first half, Thembi Kgatlana broke the deadlock in the 56th minute to put South Africa ahead. Captain Refiloe Jane then doubled the advantage in the 77th minute, putting Banyana Banyana in firm control.
According to Ghana Web, Nigeria pulled one back late through Christy Ucheibe from the penalty spot, but South Africa held on to secure a 2-1 win. The victory sends South Africa into the inter-confederation play-offs, while Nigeria's hopes of appearing at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup came to an end.