Boasting a history-making performance and intimidating confidence, South Africa’s goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has declared his team, the Bafana Bafana, fully prepared to tackle the Nigerian Super Eagles in the highly anticipated semi-final clash of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Williams emerged as the undisputed hero for South Africa on Saturday evening after pulling off a remarkable four saves in the penalty shootout against Cape Verde, Footballrover reports.
Ronwen Williams has become the first goalkeeper to ever save 4 penalties in a single TotalEnergies AFCON shootout. ????????????#TotalEnergiesAFCON2023 pic.twitter.com/35g7qPeB2D
— CAF (@CAF_Online) February 4, 2024
This heroic feat cemented his name into the AFCON record books, making him the first goalkeeper ever to achieve such a feat in a single shootout at the continental tournament.
The dramatic penalty victory, following a goalless draw in regulation and extra time, propelled South Africa to their first AFCON semi-final since the 2000 edition.
Confirmed. We tackle the #bafanabafana in the semi-final. We stay focused #soarsupereagles #letsdoitagain pic.twitter.com/IVa5h0AhkP
— ???????? Super Eagles (@NGSuperEagles) February 3, 2024
Riding this wave of momentum, Williams issued a bold statement, sending a clear message to the Nigerian team:
“We know it’s going to be a big one coming up, so we need to prepare accordingly, and we are looking forward to the challenge.”
The 32-year-old shot-stopper, who made his international debut in 2014 against footballing giants Brazil, knows the magnitude of the upcoming encounter.
He and his teammates understand the fierce rivalry between the two nations and the passionate support both teams will receive.
The expected electrifying atmosphere at the Stade de la Paix in Bouaké on Wednesday, February 7th, will surely rain an enthralling battle between two determined teams.
Another epic encounter awaits ???? #NGARSA | #AFCON2023 pic.twitter.com/1cPkeebuYd
— Soar Super Eagles (@SSE_NGA) February 3, 2024
With Williams’ record-breaking performance fresh in their minds, the Bafana Bafana march into the semi-final brimming with confidence, ready to challenge the Super Eagles for a place in the coveted AFCON final.
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