WAFCON 2026: Who Was Named Woman of the Match in South Africa's 1-0 Victory Over Burkina Faso?

South Africa forward Thembi Kgatlana was named the official TotalEnergies Woman of the Match after her match-winning display in Banyana Banyana's 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

The experienced attacker produced the decisive moment of the contest, scoring the only goal of the match to send South Africa into the quarter-finals.

Kgatlana struck in the 21st minute, calmly finding the back of the net to give Banyana Banyana an early lead that ultimately proved enough to secure all three points.

The victory secured South Africa's place in the knockout stage and set up a quarter-final clash against tournament hosts Morocco.

For her decisive contribution and outstanding all-round performance, Thembi Kgatlana was deservedly named the official TotalEnergies Woman of the Match.