Where did these promising talents go?

Some promising players have emerged in local football only to disappear before reaching their peak. Staff Writer, MQONDISI DUBE looks at some of the potential stars who flattered to deceive and left the game for unknown reasons

Kagiso Tshelametse
Arguably one of the best goalkeepers to emerge in Botswana football in recent times.

Tall, athletic, agile and acrobatic, Tshelametse kept goals for the national team and once played abroad in Trinidad and Tobago. But his career somehow floundered and never flourished. The flamboyant goalkeeper played for Notwane, Satmos and Township Rollers before his disappearance. He was part of the national team, under coach Veselin Jelusic, which held the nation spell- bound with some outstanding performances and victories.

Editor's Comment
Get back what was stolen, and lock the door

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