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GU, Rollers face tricky FA Cup tests

FA cup draw
 
FA cup draw

GU defeated Prisons XI in the previous round of the competition while Systems beat Masitaoka 2-1 yesterday.

After hitting a slump recently in the league, The Reds will be hoping that they do well in the knockout competition. Head coach, Pontsho Moloi, however, recently said there is still hope to win a double this season despite trailing in the league. GU's city rivals, Township Rollers have been drawn against Nico United.

The two sides have already played twice against each other this season in the league with Rollers winning one while the other match ended in a stalemate. Godfrey Tauyatswala and Omphile Vissagie scored the two goals when Rollers defeated Kazungula Young Fighters on Saturday to book a space in the Last 16 round.

Other title favourites, Jwaneng Galaxy face lower division side, Tsabotlhe FC. Galaxy demolished Holy Ghost in the last round while Tsabotlhe overcame Mogoditshane Fighters. VTM will take on UB Hawks while Police XI will be at home against Gumare City Kings who knocked out Mochudi Centre Chiefs in the last round. Mbalakalungu FC host TAFIC while Pula Roofing take on Sua Flamingoes. Chadibe FC will be home to Orapa United. The dates and venues for the next round have not been released as yet.