BFA probes Rollers, Gilport match-fixing allegations

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) has launched an investigation into match fixing allegations involving BTC Premiership sides, Township Rollers and Gilport Lions.

The move follows reports that a Rollers official approached Lions officials in an attempt to swing the results of the league game played on October 19. 

Popa went on to win the fixture, played at the Jamali Stadium, 3-1. It is said that the Lions management has an audio recording of a conversation between the said official and Lions representatives.

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