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FIFA national referees undergo fitness training

May 27, 2021

GABORONE, Botswana, May 27, 2021 – Two Botswana FIFA registered national referees, Tirelo Mositwane and Kitso Sibanda on Tuesday underwent tests at the Botswana Football Association’s (BFA) Lekidi Football Centre in Gaborone.

Referee’s Manager, Phodiso Rasetshoga said the physical fitness tests are extremely important as they ascertain the level of fitness on all the FA’s 12 FIFA registered referees, so they conform to any international duties keenly, whenever they are assigned.

Botswana top referee, Joshua Bondo has been leading the local lads in securing various international assignments, where he officiated some matches in the ongoing CAF competitions. It is against this backdrop that the FA Referees’ Manager saw the need to sharpen the two with a physical fitness drill as they await other impending assignments.

Referee Mositwane (in green)

Rasetshoga was speaking at Lekidi Football Centre on Tuesday where two referees Tirelo Mositwane and Kitso Sibanda are yearning for a full fitness under his watch.

“There are two main aspects that we have to work on which are the technical and physical conditioning. The referees need to be aware of their tactics which includes movement in the field, applying, and interpreting the law with tutorials and live situation of a match. The other aspect is physical conditioning of our referees which is one of the core demands of a referee in an international match hence our training at this point,” said Rasetshoga.

He added, “BFA is here to deliver refereeing as we professionalize the game. The significance of physical tests is to ensure quality of the referees in the country.”

Referee Sibanda

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Mr. Ramoreboli brings over a decade of top-level coaching experience and holds a CAF A license. His accomplishments include winning two Botswana Premier League titles and securing two CAF Champions League qualifications with Jwaneng Galaxy, achieving significant victories against teams like Orlando Pirates and Wydad Athletic Club. His familiarity with many of Botswana’s players from his time at the club level ensures a seamless transition into his new role.

The BFA has set clear targets for Mr. Ramoreboli, including progressing beyond the group stages at AFCON 2025, collecting at least 12 points in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, qualifying for CHAN 2026, and winning the 2025 COSAFA Senior Men’s Challenge. Additionally, improving Botswana’s FIFA ranking to the top 30 in Africa is a key objective.

To achieve these goals, the BFA is committed to providing the necessary resources and support for the Zebras. The Association also calls on all Batswana to rally behind Mr. Ramoreboli and the national teams. Fans are encouraged to attend matches and create an electrifying atmosphere during the World Cup qualifiers. Plans are underway to make travel packages available for supporters to cheer on the teams in Morocco for the Women’s AFCON and in December for the men’s AFCON.

The BFA also appeals to the media to play an active role in building excitement and uniting the nation behind the Zebras and Mares. A collaborative committee will be formed to drive fan engagement and ensure widespread support.

“We are confident that with Mr. Ramoreboli’s vision, experience, and leadership, the Zebras will achieve great success. With unity and the unwavering support of the nation, there is no limit to what we can accomplish,” said the BFA President.