On match day 2 of the 2024 Hollywoodbets Cosafa Women’s Championship, Botswana topped Group B after a dominant 5-0 win over Mauritius, with Yaone Modise scoring a hat-trick. Malawi also secured their first win, albeit with a narrow score against Madagascar. Three teams remain in contention for semi-final qualification as the tournament unfolds.
In the 2024 Hollywoodbets Cosafa Women’s Championship, the Group B matches of match day 2 yielded significant results on Saturday at the Madibaz Stadium in Gqeberha, making the pool highly competitive as three teams still vie for a place in the semi-finals. Botswana emerged victorious, firmly securing the top position in Group B with four points after a commanding 5-0 win against Mauritius. Yaone Modise was the standout player, netting a hat-trick in the second half, which included a penalty towards the end of the match. Keitumetse Dithebe initiated the scoring, finding the net in the first 10 minutes, followed by Ontlametse Gaonyadiwe, who scored in added time of the first half. Botswana’s captain and goalkeeper, Sedilame Bosija, showcased her skills by thwarting Mauritius’ attempts to register any goals. In a more challenging encounter, the defending champions Malawi struggled for their first victory of the tournament against Madagascar. A seminye Simwaka opened the scoring early in the match; however, despite several attempts, including a missed opportunity by Malagasy striker Marie Sarah just prior to halftime, Malawi could not extend their lead. The second half saw Madagascar attempt to equalize but they ultimately failed to capitalize on their chances, leaving Malawi to secure the win. Currently, Malawi holds second place in the group due to a less favorable goal difference, with Madagascar sitting in third place and Mauritius at the bottom. Additionally, fans can attend all matches free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis, with tickets available at the stadium. Those unable to attend in person can stream the matches live on Fifa+.
The 2024 Hollywoodbets Cosafa Women’s Championship is an annual competition featuring women’s national teams from Southern Africa, including underdog teams and defending champions. The tournament’s format involves group stages leading to semi-finals, with matches reflecting the growing competitiveness and skill level in women’s football across the region. The results from match day 2 in Group B are crucial as teams vie for a position in the semi-finals.
The results from the second match day in Group B of the 2024 Hollywoodbets Cosafa Women’s Championship have set a dynamic stage for the remainder of the tournament. Botswana’s overwhelming victory against Mauritius places them at the top of the group, while Malawi’s narrow win against Madagascar keeps them in contention. As the competition progresses, all eyes will be on Group B as teams fight for the coveted semi-final spots.
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