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Matlou: Banyana Banyana star joins Kgatlana and Adule at Eibar

Spanish side Eibar have secured the services of South Africa international Noko Matlou, for the 2020-21 season.

The Primera Iberdrola outfit completed the signing of the Banyana Banyana defender from Sasol Women's League team Maindies FC.

The move will see the Moletjie-born striker-turned-defender to finally fulfil her dream of becoming a full professional at 35.

Matlou has been part of the Banyana Banyana squad since 2006 and became the first South African to be named African Women Player of the Year after scoring six goals at the 2008 African Championship.

With her signing, manager Jon Gallego will be keen to solidify his defence on their return to the Spanish top-flight for the first time since 2009 following Saturday's 1-0 triumph over Real Betis.