Janine van Wyk, at 36, becomes Africa’s most capped footballer with 185 appearances for South Africa, surpassing Ahmed Hassan. Her 18-year career included World Cup and Olympic appearances. After confirming her retirement during a win over Burkina Faso, she emphasized nurturing young talent. South Africa, the reigning Women’s Cup of Nations champions, secured a finals spot. Van Wyk’s career spanned clubs globally, alongside co-founding Johannesburg’s JVW. Her legacy marks a milestone in African football.
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