Tempers Flare As Rollers Claim Bragging Rights

The two teams met under contrasting circumstances as GU are battling off-field issues. The team parted ways with head coach, Rodolfo Zapata and resumed training on Thursday afternoon after a weeklong players’ alleged strike over unpaid salaries while Rollers are on a quest to defend the league title.

The match saw four goals being scored in the second period after a dull first half which was characterised by dubious decisions from match officials. The Reds had a player sent for an early shower. In the first 10 minutes, both teams had fair chances at goal with Bogosi Nfila shooting wide from inside the box in the second minute while on the 10th minute, Kabelo Seakanyeng outpaced his marker but missed the target. In the 22nd minute, Maano Ditshupo found Nfila in space, the striker beat advancing goalkeeper but had his shot blocked on the goal line by Godwin Bonsu. Rollers suffered a blow as Motsholetsi Sikele stretched out with a head injury and was replaced by Thato Bolweleng on the half hour mark. With two minutes to the break, Thatayaone Ditlhokwe headed straight into the goalkeeper’s hands from a corner bringing a close to a dull first half.