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South Africa v Madagascar Match Report, 05/08/2019

South Africa zoomed into the semi-final of the 2019 Cosafa Women's Cup after defeating Madagascar 3-0 in Port Elizabeth on Monday.

Heading into the tie, Banyana Banyana were aiming to end their Group Stage campaign on a high after earlier wins over Comoros and Malawi.

Goals from Ode Fulutudili, Refiole Jane and Mamello Makhabane ensured Desiree Ellis' side maintained their winning run in this year's competition.

The hosts hit the ground running early enough as they secured the lead through Fulutudili nine minutes into the contest.

Six minutes from half time, Banyana broke the resolve of their opponents as they found a breakthrough again when Jane scored her fifth goal of the tournament.