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Aug 29, 2022

𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗥𝗦: Botswana’s senior national team, the Zebras, suffered a 1-0 first leg defeat to Madagascar in the African Nations Championship Cup (CHAN) at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium on Saturday (August 27).

It took the Bareas’ of Madagascar just 18 minutes to collect the maximum points away from home as Razanakoto Tsilavina netted at the back of Goitseone Phoko on the 18th minute to get all done and dusted.

“The plan was executed properly and ball retention and reaction after losing possession was patriotic even though we conceded the goal”, said Coach Mogomotsi Mpote at Post-match interview with the journalists.

The two teams will meet again in the second leg encounter on the 2nd of September at Kianja Barea Mahamasina Stadium, Madagascar.

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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.