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Invitation To An Official Opening – FIFA MA Elite Referees Course

The Botswana Football Association would like to invite you to an official opening of a FIFA Member Association Elite Referees Course from 30th May to 3 June 2017 in Gaborone, Lekidi Football Centre. The official opening is on Tuesday 30th May 2017 at the Lekidi Football Centre Auditorium at 1400hrs.

The course will be conducted by FIFA Instructors Carlos Hendriques and Tracy Lovell and 32 elite referees and assistant referees (men and women) are expected to arrive in Gaborone on the 29th May 2017.

Three FUTURO III Instructors from Botswana will be assisting during the course; Mrs Sebaetseng Glenda Mokokwe (technical instructor), Mr Phodiso Jonty Rasetsoga (physical instructor) and Mr Gaontebale Malete (technical instructor).

We cordially request for your presence at this auspicious ceremony.

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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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