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Cosafa U17 Women's Cup: Bantwana looking forward to facing a feisty Zambia - Wade

Star player Jessica Wade admitted Zambia will be a difficult opponent for South Africa but she is optimistic they can book their Cosafa U17 Women's Cup final ticket.

Bantwana have scored 28 goals in three games with three wins in a row to finish top of Group B but must squeeze past the young Shepolopolo who finished runners-up in Group A.

Captain Wade has enjoyed a fine start to life in the tournament with her South Africa side and has scored five goals in her three outings for Simphiwe Dludlu’s side.

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Ahead of Friday’s clash, the forward, who lauded Cosafa on the youth championship launch, said Bantwana have the qualities to see off their Zambian foes to reach the final of the competition.