ECCO�s Tanzanian star wants out

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Banka wants to return home PIC: KEOAGILE BONANG

FRANCISTOWN: The 20-year-old Tanzanian international Iddi Banka, who signed with ECCO City Greens at the beginning of the 2015/2016 Debswana First Division North season, wants to go back home.

Banka signed from FC United in Tanzania in the off-season and was involved in ECCO’s pre-season preparations. He also took part in the Francistown Buy ‘n Build pre season tournament. Banka last played for ECCO in their week two game when they suffered a 2-0 defeat away to Tsabothe coming on as a second half substitute.

ECCO’s public relations officer, Ontiretse Israel said Banka raised a number of issues including his religious belief but confirmed that he was paid.

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ECCO�s Tanzanian star wants out

FRANCISTOWN: The 20-year-old Tanzanian international Iddi Banka, who signed with ECCO City Greens at the beginning of the 2015/2016 Debswana First Division North season, wants to go back home.

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