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Kgatlana's Stoppage-Time Winner Sends South Africa to WAFCON 2026

The champions now turn to defending their crown in Morocco next March.

Overview

  • South Africa beat DR Congo 1-0 at Dobsonville Stadium to clinch a 2-1 aggregate victory in the qualifier.
  • The tie stayed scoreless until second-half stoppage time after the hosts controlled possession and created repeated chances.
  • A first-half Kgatlana finish was ruled offside, a decision that visibly frustrated coach Desiree Ellis on the touchline.
  • Goalkeeper Andile Dlamini preserved parity with two sharp saves as DR Congo threatened on the counter.
  • Kgatlana marked her return to the national team after a recent absence by pouncing on a loose ball to secure qualification for Morocco.