Head coach Dr Desiree Ellis has assembled a strong blend of local stars and overseas-based talent as South Africa look to defend their WAFCON crown. The preliminary list will be trimmed ahead of the final tournament.
Full Provisional Squad:
Goalkeepers:
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Andile Dlamini – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Kaylin Swart – JVW FC
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Katlego Moletsane – University of Fort Hare
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Jessica Williams – University of Cape Town
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Casey Gordon – JvW FC
Defenders:
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Karabo Dlamini – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Fikile Magama – University of the Western Cape
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Shakira O’Malley – University of North Western Ohio
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Lebohang Ramalepe – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Shannon Macomo – University of Johannesburg FC
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Bambanani Mbane – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Gabriela Salgado – JVW FC
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Unathi Simayile – University of the Western Cape
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Tiisetso Makhubela – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Bongeka Gamede – Nordsjælland (Denmark)
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Isabella Ludwig – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Jessica Wade – JVW FC
Midfielders:
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Linda Motlhalo – Glasgow City (Scotland)
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Refiloe Jane – TS Galaxy Queens
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Kholosa Biyana – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Nomvula Kgoale – TS Galaxy Queens
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Sibongile Ntoane – TUT Matsatsantsa FC
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Ayesha Moosa – University of Johannesburg FC
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Amogelang Motau – Club Tijuana (Mexico)
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Sibulele Holweni – University of the Western Cape
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Regina Mogolola – JVW FC
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Kgaelebane Mohlakoana – TP Mazembe (DR Congo)
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Nicole Michael – TS Galaxy Queens
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Ronnel Donnelly – University of the Western Cape
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Tshogofatso Motlogelwa – TUT Matsatsantsa FC
Forwards:
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Noxolo Cesane – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Samkelisiwe Selana – TS Galaxy Queens
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Andrielle Mibe – University of Johannesburg FC
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Modikanalo Mashigo – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Thembi Kgatlana – Tigres UANL (Mexico)
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Hildah Magaia – Club Tijuana (Mexico)
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Jermaine Seoposenwe – CF Monterrey (Mexico)
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Bonolo Mokoma – JVW FC
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Nthabiseng Majiya – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
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Rennika Khoza – University of Fort Hare FC
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Bongiwe Thusi – JVW FC
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Lonathemba Mhlongo – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
South Africa’s title defense begins in July, and this list gives a clear picture of the depth and experience coach Ellis has at her disposal. The final squad will be one to watch as the reigning champions head to Morocco.