Zebras Show Their Stripes In Nigeria

It was a game the Nigerians desperately needed to win. First the Nigerian side needed to welcome their newly appointed coach, Steven Keshi, with a victory. The new coach also went all out to select a certain crop of players plying their trade in Europe, especially in the English Premiership, as if to ensure victory in his first game.

Kabelo Dambe
He was undoubtedly a marvel to watch. The Township Rollers number one, who is still in his teens, frustrated Nigerians with his acrobatic saves and alertness. When they thought he was beaten, Dambe "the Cat" always pulled own magic to keep the Zebras' pride intact. He is number three in the Zebras team after number one Modiri Marumo, number two Noah Maposa, who were both unavailable for the watershed match.