Suspensions force Butler to bank on rookies

Frustrated but staying focused: Butler PIC: KABO MPAETONA
Frustrated but staying focused: Butler PIC: KABO MPAETONA

Zebras’ coach Peter Butler looks likely to throw in rookies for tonight’s crunch 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Senegal following the suspension of three key players.

Midfielder Ofentse Nato, Lemponye Tshireletso and Edwin Olerile have been ruled out of the tie and Butler will have to look into his young squad for alternatives.

CAF has written to Botswana Football Association (BFA) advising that the trio are not eligible to play against Senegal because of accumulated yellow cards.

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Routine child vaccination imperative

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