Argentina came back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with South Africa in their FIFA Women’s World Cup™ match on Tuesday.
Linda Motlhalo and Thembi Kgatlana put Banyana Banyana two goals up in the first and second half, but Sophia Braun and Romina Nunez responded for La Albiceleste in the second half.
The draw leaves both teams with a chance of progressing to the last 16, but they will need results to go their way in their final group matches.
South Africa will face Italy in their final match, while Argentina will play Sweden.
Braun and Nunez Star for Argentina
Sophia Braun and Romina Nunez were the heroes for Argentina, scoring the two goals that rescued a point for their side.
Braun’s goal was a stunning strike from 25 metres out, while Nunez’s header was a glancing effort that found the back of the net.
The two strikers will be hoping to continue their good form in Argentina’s final group match against Norway.
South Africa’s First Point
South Africa’s first Women’s World Cup point came at a cost, with captain Refiloe Jane stretchered off with an ankle injury.
The team will also be without Kholosa Biyana for their final Group G match after she received her second yellow card of the tournament.
Despite the injuries, South Africa will be pleased to have picked up a point against a strong Argentina side.
Both Teams Live to Fight Another Day
Both Argentina and South Africa live to fight another day, but they will need results to go their way for them to progress to the last 16.
Argentina will need to beat Sweden, while South Africa will need to beat Italy.
It will be an exciting final round of group matches, with both teams still in with a chance of qualifying.
