BFA loses out as Zim opts for Orlando Stadium

Considered: The Obed Itani Chilume Stadium is only 80kilometres from Zimbabwe, but was overlooked  PIC: KEOAGILE BONANG
Considered: The Obed Itani Chilume Stadium is only 80kilometres from Zimbabwe, but was overlooked PIC: KEOAGILE BONANG

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) has lost out after Zimbabwe opted to play Algeria in South Africa.

Continental body, CAF barred Zimbabwe from playing any home matches, owing to sub-standard pitches.

BFA had expressed its willingness to host the neighbouring country’s tie against African champions, Algeria next month.  On Wednesday, BFA marketing and public relations officer, Tumo Mpatane had said if approached, they were open to hosting the match.

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