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National U17 Women Updates

This National Under 17 women’s Team reported to camp on the 17th November 2017 in preparations for their FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Uruguay 2018 first leg game against their South African counterparts to be held at the Lobatse Sports Complex on December 1st and the return leg will be on the 15th December 2017.

The Botswana Football Association has continued its celebration with the Town of Lobatse as they grow 120 years old by making the game FREE FOR ALL.

Team Coach Odirile ‘CHAINA’ Matlhaku has 24 players in camp and has continued to drill the team ahead of this important game. The team had their first training session at Lobatse sports complex on Monday 27th November 2017 until Wednesday 29th November 2017. The Team will today(Tuesday ) play a friendly match against Botswana Games women Team Lobatse.

Coach Odirile ‘CHAINA’ Mathaku   will trim his squad to 18 players, who will take part in the game at a press conference set for Thursday 30th November 2017.  The Association also wishes to inform members of the media and public that National team Jerseys are currently on sale at P350.00 each and can be purchased at Botswana Football Association head office.

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CAF Head of Safety and Security and BFA President Pay Courtesy Visit to Police Leadership

In a significant gesture of collaboration and partnership, Dr. Christian Emeruwa, the Head of Safety and Security for the Confederation of African Football (CAF), along with Botswana Football Association (BFA) President Mr. Tariq T. Babitseng and BFA Chief Operations Officer Mr. Kago Mosinyi, paid a courtesy visit to the Botswana Police Service. The visit aimed to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations, focusing on the integral role that the police play in ensuring the safety and security of all BFA competitions.

During the visit, the delegation met with integral pool of experts a  group of key police leaders, who are central to the successful execution of security operations at football events across the country. Among those present were prominent members of the Botswana Police Service, including Mr. Katlholo Mosimanegape, Deputy Commissioner of Police, and several senior officers.

These included Senior Assistant Commissioner Antony Wally (Director of Operations), Senior Assistant Commissioner Godfrey Phonchi (Commander, SSG), Senior Assistant Commissioner Boeletswe Gobotswang (Director, Departmental Services), Senior Assistant Commissioner Reginald Matlhaba (Divisional Commander, South Central), Senior Assistant Commissioner Mudongo Chitutu (Director, Crime Intelligence), and Assistant Commissioner Christopher B. Ndlovu (Deputy Director of Traffic).

The meeting was focused on discussing the coordination and support provided by the police in delivering effective safety and security measures during BFA matches, as well as future collaboration on upcoming projects. The visit highlighted the importance of this partnership in ensuring smooth and secure football matches for both players and spectators.

Both Dr. Emeruwa and Mr. Babitseng expressed their gratitude for the continued cooperation and commitment of the Botswana Police Service in safeguarding the integrity of football events and ensuring the safety of all involved.

 

 

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