GU fans where were you?

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 0 Views |

When Gaborone United clinched yet another Botswana Premier League title, many expected the coronation to attract a sea of red at the stadium. After all, GU remain one of Botswana’s most historic and supported football institutions, with a proud tradition stretching back decades.

Yet the turnout during the title celebrations appeared underwhelming compared to the magnitude of the achievement. The question many asked was simple: where were the fans? Title sponsor, First National Bank Botswana had come to the party in a massive way; turning the compact Gaborone United Stadium into a football carnival.

But one crucial piece of the jigsaw puzzle was missing; the fans. There was nothing like a last minute rush, as people made their way without a hassle even seconds before kick-off.

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