Chiefs maul visiting Motlakase
Monday, August 17, 2015

Charles Mutero (White) of Mochudi Centre Chiefs against Umar Ngobi.PIC.KENNEDY RAMOKONE
New signing, Charles Mutero got his first start in a competitive match while South African Mkhanyasile Siwahla sat on the bench for Chiefs.
Umar Ngobi led the visitors’ attack. The game started on a low pace with both teams looking to gain control of the game, but neither could. Motlakase looked good on the defence as their full backs handled Pontsho Moloi and Senatla Molefe well.
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