2023 Women's World Cup: South Africa Coach Remains Positive Despite Defeat To Sweden

2023 Women's World Cup: South Africa Coach Remains Positive Despite Defeat To Sweden

Sampson Adedeji

The head coach of the Banyana Banyana of South Africa Desiree Ellis has remained positive despite her team's 1-2 loss to Sweden, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Scandinavian country in the early hours of Sunday came back from a goal down to defeat the African champions 2-1.

Ellis said they played better up front but we're unable to take their chances.

 "We knew that they were going to be a challenge at set pieces and I thought we handled that really well," Ellis said. "Even though it was a loss, we're very proud of the way we played.

"We have the speed and skill up front, we have the skill in midfield and defensively we were really good. That is a big plus for us", she added.

The defeat ensured that no African team has recorded a win in the competition.