Banyana Banyana squander two-nil lead to draw two-all against Argentina

Banyana Banyana squandered a two-nil lead and drew two-all with Argentina in a Group G encounter in Dunedin, New Zealand earlier this morning.

Spoils shared at Dunedin Stadium.

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The win could have revived South Africa’s chances of progressing to the next round of the tournament.

Banyana Banyana’s forward, Linda Motlhalo, scored South Africa’s opening goal in the 30^th minute after receiving a good pass from Thembi Kgatlana.

The goal was given after a video assistant referee (VAR) review.

Kgatlana scored the second goal for Banyana Banyana in the 66^th minute.

Argentina pulled a goal back in the 74^th minute and the South Americans managed to equalise five minutes later.

Group D leaders Sweden will face Italy in Wellington tomorrow and both teams have already collected three points.

Banyana Banyana suffered a major blow with captain Refiloe Jane replaced early in the first half due to an ankle injury.

In the video below, coach Desiree Ellis reacts to the match results: 

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Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis after their match against Argentina.#ARG 2⃣➖2⃣ #RSA#SABCSportFootball #Sisonke #GameChangeHer pic.twitter.com/KKlahlR44F

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