We're Still Chasing 2010 World Cup Teams - Fani

Monday, January 11, 2010

Botswana Football Association (BFA) president David Fani, who is part of the local 2010 World Cup Taskforce, says they are still pursuing teams that have qualified for the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa to set up camp in Botswana.

Despite half of the 32 teams confirming that they would set base in South Africa, Fani said BFA's campaign to woo teams could not be termed a failure yet.

"We are still in discussion with some teams. Some work has been done and whether it is enough, that will be revealed later," Fani said. He conceded that their campaign has been dealt a heavy blow as South African provinces are also vying for the same teams.

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We're Still Chasing 2010 World Cup Teams - Fani

Botswana Football Association (BFA) president David Fani, who is part of the local 2010 World Cup Taskforce, says they are still pursuing teams that have qualified for the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa to set up camp in Botswana.

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