Chiefs, Gunners: Beggars on a beach of gold

Mochudi centre chiefs PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Mochudi centre chiefs PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

It baffles the mind how two colossal brands; Mochudi Centre Chiefs and Extension Gunners have found a permanent place in the pit of poverty.

Both sides command massive support from across the length and breadth of Botswana, but that has not reflected in their bank accounts. Instead the clubs have become a fertile breeding ground for endless internal fights.

The wrangling has only helped to shove the darlings of local football further into the abyss. Something needs to be done and with urgency. For two consecutive seasons, Extension Gunners have needed reprieve in order to get a licence to play in the Premier League.

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