Can Mapalastina defend the title?

The 2010-2011 be MOBILE Premier League season kicks-off this weekend with football fans anxiously waiting to see what is on offer. The main question is whether Township Rollers can be the first side in recent years to successfully defend the league title? Staff Writer Tshepo Molwane previews the season ahead and predicts each side's position come May 2011

Township Rollers
As the defending champions, Mapalastina will be under immense pressure to retain the title. However, they might find the going tough and a runners-up position will do them good. With the departure of last season's top scorer Terrence Mandaza, it will be interesting to see who will take the responsibility of rattling the net for the champions.

 Rollers have made two good signings from Mochudi Centre Chiefs in Musonda Mweuka and Sekhana Koko. The latter is not new to the set-up at Rollers and he might not struggle to settle. Mweuka is known for missing countless opportunities and if he wants to win the hearts of the hard-to-please Rollers supporters, he needs to sharpen his scoring instincts.
Possible Position: 2nd

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