First Division giants clash

CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent | Friday September 24, 2010 00:00

Both teams are aiming for a quick return to the elite league and all the points could prove vital at the later stage of the campaign. But it would not be easy for the Ramotswa side away in Jwaneng.

There have been reports of instability in their camp and this fixture might have been too early for them. Kick-off is at 3.30pm.

In another fixture, new boys Queen's Happy Hearts have a difficult task against Letlapeng when the two meet at Tlokweng VDC ground on the same day. But it would be fatal for the Ramotswa team to underestimate the ambitious new comers who are anxious to make an impact and settle down in the new environment as quickly as possible.

Another former Premier League side, Naughty Boys, are looking for a return to top flight soccer after a disappointing season in the lower ranks last season and their game against Young Strikers at Mogoditshane Fighters ground should give football followers a synopsis of things to come.

On Sunday, Kanye Swallows get a baptism of fire when they host valiant Prisons XI.

The warders, who finished third behind Letlapeng last season, are also looking to bounce back and the sooner they start to collect maximum points the better for their campaign.

At Old Molepolole Stadium, Masitaoka confront Moshupa-based Mathaithai.

This is time for Mathaithai to try to avoid the desperate situation they found themselves in last season when they were only assured of their status right after the end of the season.

Mogoditshane Fighters have spent long enough time in the lower ranks and the former national champions are well aware that the longer they stay in lower division the slimmer their chances of ever returning.

On Sunday, they take on Mochudi Buffaloes in Mogoditshane in what promises to be an interesting duel as Buffaloes, who came close to relegation last season, are attempting to collect as many points as they can afford in these early stages.