Banyana Banyana have received a boost with team doctor Nthabiseng Maesela saying the injury to Captain Refiloe Fifi Jane was not as bad as feared and she could soon be back on the field.
Fifi was stretchered off the field early in the first half during the Sasol-sponsored side’s 2-2 draw against Argentina on Friday afternoon at Dunedin Stadium.
The South Africa senior women’s football team’s next Group G game is against Italy on Wednesday 2 August at Wellington Regional Stadium.
Banyana Banyana need to beat Italy to stay in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup and qualify for the knockout stages and Fifi’s availability could be the crucial factor for the much-desired win.
Delivering the good news, team Doctor Maesela described Fifi’s injury as “minor” adding that “she should be back on the field soon”.
After going for a scan, Doctor Maesela said Refiloe’s injury was found to be minor.
“Refiloe is doing well. After going for a scan it was confirmed that she sustained a soft tissue injury and she should be back on the field soon,” the Banyana Banyana doctor said.
“I can further confirm that there are no other injuries or illnesses within the team. Everyone is healthy and ready to continue with preparations for our final group match against Italy on Wednesday.”
*Original aticle: Banyana Banyana Doctor gives update on Refiloe Jane injury. | SAFA.net
