Banyana Banyana players Robyn Moodaly-Salgado and Gabriela Moodaly-Salgado achieved a landmark moment on Monday by becoming the inaugural married pair to compete in the same Women’s Africa Cup of Nations game.
This event occurred during South Africa’s Group B match against Tanzania held in Casablanca for the 2026 tournament. While the team faced a 2-1 loss, the occasion remained significant for its unique contribution to the history of the sport.
Robyn Moodaly-Salgado earned a spot in the starting eleven chosen by coach Desiree Ellis. Her spouse, Gabriela Moodaly-Salgado, entered the game as a substitute at the 70th-minute mark, allowing the couple to play alongside one another for the remainder of the fixture.
This performance represents a first for the reigning champions and the tournament at large, as no other married couple has shared the pitch during a WAFCON match until now. The milestone underscores the ongoing evolution of women’s football and its capacity for creating meaningful history beyond just the match score.
