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WATCH: Goalkeeper Williams scores sensational free-kick for South Africa and Banyana Banyana succumb to heavy Denmark defeat

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  • Banyana had two teams in action on Friday
  • One was at the Cosafa while another was in Denmark
  • A sensational goal was witnessed in Gqeberha
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    WHAT HAPPENED?

    Banyana Banyana fielded two teams in different competitions at home and abroad on Friday.

    The team participating at the Cosafa Women's Championships edged Eswatini 3-0 with goalkeeper and captain Jessica Williams scoring a sensational free-kick at Wolfson Stadium.

    However, there was a major setback with the side touring Europe being hammered 5-0 by Denmark.

    Williams came through to help fans forget about the loss to Denmark with her goal which contributed to South Africa reaching the semi-finals.

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  • WATCH WILLIAMS' GOAL

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Despite losing to Denmark, Banyana have shown depth by fielding two teams at the Cosafa Cup and in high-profile friendly matches.

    Players participating at the Cosafa Cup after fighting to be in the first team for major tournaments.

    Williams might have done enough to raise her hand up to be considered for Ellis' squad where there are goalkeepers like Kaylin Swart and Mamelodi Sundowns' Andile Dlamini who are now both in their 30s.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR BANYANA?

    The Banyana team touring Europe no prepares to face England on Tuesday as they seek to recover from Friday's setback.

    The other side doing duty on the home front continues their Cosafa duties against Seychelles on Monday.

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