Women’s World Cup: Concern As Banyana Captain Refiloe Jane Is Stretchered Off

• Refiloe Jane had to be stretchered off the field of play during the first half of the game against Argentina
• Banyana's captain Jane was a massive part of the team's success at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations
• Jane landed awkwardly on her ankle during South Africa's second game in the FIFA Women's World Cup

South Africa will be sweating over the fitness of Refiloe Jane for the rest of the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Banyana Banyana’s captain had to be stretchered off during her side’s game against Argentina, in a must-win game for both sides.

Jane, who captained the side to Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) glory in last year, landed awkwardly on her ankle after a collision in the first half.

The captain stayed down and looked in pain before the referee called for the medical team. After a lengthy treatment on the field, a stretcher was brought on, and she was taken down the tunnel immediately.

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Kholosa Biyana then replaced her.

Jane was a stalwart for the African champions during the first game against Sweden, boasting impressive stats despite the team's loss.

Well wishes for Jane

Messages of support have since poured in for the captain, as South Africans hope that Jane makes a speedy recovery and returns for the team's next game against Italy.

@Cellular_jnr:

“Speedy recovery and more strength to our Banyana Banyana captain Refiloe Jane! You'll come back more stronger!”

@aey_dear:

“Speed recovery to our captain, fantastic Refiloe Jane.”

@nkanyisotsala__:

“Speed recovery Refiloe Jane.”

@wsportsxchange:

“Wishing Refiloe Jane all the best as she’s stretched off the field, and a substitution has to be made for South Africa.”

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Sports Brief reported on Hildah Magaia giving South Africans a reason to celebrate. Banyana's striker grabbed their second-ever goal in the FIFA Women's World Cup when she netted against Sweden.

The reigning Women's Africa Cup of Nations Champions took on the number-three-ranked side in the world in their tournament's opening game and showed tremendous passion and team spirit.