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The FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking, May 2017

The FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking released yesterday saw Botswana drop one position down as compared to the last one. The Zebras is now ranked number 121 in the World and 35th in Africa.

When asked to comment, National team coach Peter Buttler highlighted that lack of FIFA calendared games makes it hard to see the national team move up. Buttler believes the regular game time for national team will help the team maintain or have an upward movement.

The zebras will kick start their AFCON 2019 qualifications games against Mauritania in June. The game is set for the Francistown sports complex 1530.

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The Mares Display Heart In Tri Nations Challenge

Botswana’s senior women’s national football team recently concluded their campaign in the prestigious Three Nations Challenge, hosted by South Africa from 28 May to 3 June at the Lucas Moripe Stadium. The series saw spirited competition between Botswana, South Africa, and Zambia, as teams continued their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers.

 

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.

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