Notwane Clinch Kabelano Charity Cup

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Notwane are this year's Orange Kabelano Charity Cup champions after defeating favourites Mochudi Centre Chiefs 3-1 in extra time of a pulsating final at the National Stadium on Saturday.

The win gave Toronto P100,000. Notwane reached the final for the second year running after coming from a goal down to beat Gaborone United 2-1 in the first semi-final. Chiefs made it to the decider after a marathon post match penalty shootout against blood rivals and defending champions Township Rollers. In the final, they faltered in extra time after the regulation 90 minutes failed to break a 1-1 deadlock.

Though some may not have given Notwane a chance to lift the cup after a disastrous end to the season, they displayed good football and proved once again that they are a force to reckon with. With Dirang Moloi back in the team for the competition, Toronto were always dangerous in attack. The international midfielder stamped his authority in the tournament with his trickery and well-timed passes. Chiefs looked dangerous when going forward and had stability at the back where the new men Tshepo 'Talk Talk' Motlhabankwe and Given Mpundu were impressive. Zambian Mpundu was very calm at the heart of the Chiefs defence.

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