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Botswana impress at COSAFA Cup 2018

Jun 11, 2018

Botswana’s brave performance at the 2018 COSAFA Cup, came to end with a 3-0 loss to South Africa in the Plate final. Prior to this, Botswana proved a tough side to beat under coach Major David Bright, having not lost a game in regulation time in five matches at the Cosafa Cup.

Botswana beat Angola, drew with Malawi and cruised past Mauritius 6-0 in the group stage, then lost on penalties against full-strength Zimbabwe, the tournament favourites, in the quarters. Even in their fifth game in eight days, notably tiring in the second half, Botswana beat Swaziland 2-0 in the Plate semis.

Botswana set a new record for the biggest win in Cosafa CUP. Onkabetse Makgantai, of Botswana, was awarded the COSAFA golden boot with his 5 goals. He broke Botswana all-time record (4) set by Jerome Ramatlhakwane in Zambia in 2013. Kabelo Seakanyeng also impressed with 5 goals.

Group Stage:

Botswana 2-1 Angola
Botswana 1-1 Malawi
Botswana 6-0 Mauritius

Quarterfinals

Botswana 1-1 Zimbabwe (1-3)

Plate semi-finals

Botswana 2-0 Swaziland

Plate finals

Botswana 0-3 South Africa

Goals scored: 12
Goals conceded: 6
Clean sheets: 2

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CAF C coaching course for coaches in women’s football officially began today, marking the first day of a week-long training program that will run until April 14, 2025, at the Lekidi Football Centre.

Aimed at enhancing the skills of coaches in women’s football, the course has attracted 30 participants from various regions across the country, including areas such as Nhabe, Tsabong, Hukuntsi, Central, and the FRAFA regions. Notably, two of the participants come from the national team: current Mares midfielder Golebaone Selebatso and former Mares defender Lebogang Setereke.

The course, designed to provide in-depth coaching knowledge and technical expertise, is led by experienced instructor Sepheko Motlhagodi. The course is being coordinated by the BFA Women’s Football Development and Grassroots Instructor Ms. Barobi Nwako, ensuring that participants receive top-notch training throughout the program.

The CAF C coaching course aims to empower and upskill local coaches to help elevate women’s football in Botswana, with a special focus on developing the next generation of talent in the sport. By the end of the course, attendees are expected to have gained the essential tools and insights to further their coaching careers and contribute to the growth of women’s football in Botswana.

As the days progress, the participants will be engaging in various sessions, blending theory and practical work, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience that will benefit both the individuals involved and the football community at large.

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