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The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has confirmed shifting qualifying matches for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations scheduled for September to March next year.
 
The decision was, as a result, to help the continental teams prepare for the World Cup in Qatar, CAF confirmed on Sunday.
โ€œCAF Executive Committee has approved a revised TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cote dโ€™Ivoire 2023 revised qualification calendar.
 
This was necessitated by the Executive Committeeโ€™s commitment to making room for the African nations that have qualified for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 in November/ December 2022 to prepare adequately.โ€
โ€œConsequently, the September 2022 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cote dโ€™Ivoire match day three and match day four qualifiers have been moved to 20-28 March 2023.
 
Matchday five will now be on 12-20 June 2023, while match day six will be played on 4-12 September 2023.โ€

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BFA Welcomes New Zebras Head Coach, Morena Ramoreboli

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Morena Ramoreboli as the new Head Coach of the Zebras. This marks an exciting new chapter for Botswana football, as the menโ€™s and womenโ€™s national teams recently achieved historic qualifications for the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2025 โ€“ only the second time both teams have qualified in the same year.

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 Botswanaโ€™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 Menโ€™s Challenge. Additionally, improving Botswanaโ€™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 Womenโ€™s AFCON and in December for the menโ€™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.

โ€œWe are confident that with Mr. Ramoreboliโ€™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,โ€ said the BFA President.

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