Ghana 4-3 South Africa: Black Queens defeat Banyana Banyana on Penalties to win WAFCON 2024 Bronze Medal

The Black Queens of Ghana defeated the Banyana Banyana of South Africa 4-3 on Penalties to win WAFCON 2024 Bronze Medal

The Black Queens of Ghana secured a hard-fought bronze medal with a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over South Africa's Banyana Banyana in a third place clash at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) held in Morocco.

The match, which ended level after 90 minutes and extra time, showcased the resilience and determination of both teams.

Ghana 4-3 South Africa

South Africa came into the game reeling from a 2-1 loss to the Super Falcons of Nigeria in the semi-finals.

Ghana entered the match seeking redemption after a loss on penalties to tournament hosts Morocco in their own semi-final clash.

The game began with both sides displaying their attacking intent with chances at both ends.

It was South Africa who took the lead in the 45th minute through Nonhlanhla Mthandi, capitalizing to give Banyana Banyana the advantage at halftime.

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However, the Black Queens responded, equalizing in the 68th minute through an own goal by South African goalkeeper Andile Dlamini/

Neither team could find a decisive goal in the remaining regulation time or extra time, sending the match to a penalty shootout.

Ghana emerged victorious with a 4-3 win, as their goalkeeper made crucial saves and the team converted their penalties.

This victory marked a significant moment for Ghana while for Banyana Banyana the reigning champions fail to claim a podium spot.

All attention shifts to the WAFCON final between the Super Falcons of Nigeria against hosts Morocco.