Rollers pay the penalty
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
The Zimbabwean tactician was quoted as saying referee, Lekgotla Johannes decided to end the Mascom Top 8 final by awarding a penalty to city rivals, Gaborone United (GU).Ndlovu complained bitterly about the penalty which Namibian striker, Benson Shilongo converted for the winner.
Football pundits however, did not analyse the match that way, instead attributing Rollers’ loss to GU’s tactical mastery on the day. Before the match, Rollers appeared favourites mainly because of the kind of players they have.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...