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TAFIC and Sharps promoted

Apr 24, 2017

BFA would like to extend its warmest congratulations to TAFIC and Sharps Shooting Stars football clubs after winning the Debswana First Division North and South respectively. “The two teams deserve their promotion to the Premier League as they have showed their intent right from the start,” said BFA PRO Mr Tumo Mpatane.

“And they outplayed their peers. TAFIC’s return is special for the people in the north and it gives balance to the distribution of the beautiful game across the country. A long lost giant of the region is back to the elite league,” continued Mr Mpatane.

Mr Mpatane said Sharps brings a very exciting team to the elite league. Mr Mpatane, who is good friend to Sharps coach Pio Paul, thinks they will compete fairly well in the top league because he understand the ambition of the coach and the team.

Lastly he said it is important to understand that football help boost the economy of the country. And he know the people of Francistown including the local businesses are hoping the same, for a much needed boost to the economy with the return of Machimenyenga.

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Despite narrowly missing out on the top prize, Botswana showed immense character and growth throughout the tournament. The Mares kicked off their campaign with a thrilling encounter against the African champions South Africa, narrowly going down 3-2 in a tightly contested match. The team bounced back with a determined performance against Zambia, securing a 1-1 draw and demonstrating resilience and tactical discipline.

Final Tournament Results:

South Africa 3–2 Botswana

Botswana 1–1 Zambia

South Africa 2–0 Zambia

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana were ultimately crowned champions of the series, winning both of their matches to take the top spot. The tournament offered valuable game time and experience for all participating nations, and Botswana’s technical team, led by Head Coach Alex Malete, will take key insights from these fixtures as they refine the squad for the crucial WAFCON fianals.