Zebras strong enough to qualify for AFCON - Mpote

Mpote. PIC:.KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Mpote. PIC:.KENNEDY RAMOKONE

FRANCISTOWN: Zebras interim coach, Mogomotsi Mpote believes he has assembled a strong team capable of qualifying for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as well as advancing to the group stages of the World Cup qualifiers.

Mpote was speaking to Mmegi Sport just days after the Zebras suffered a 3-2 defeat to Zambia in a 2019 CHAN qualifier played in Lusaka. Mpote is expected to step down from his role as interim coach soon.

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) will unveil a foreign coach as his replacement, but the Orapa United coach will remain as an assistant coach.

Editor's Comment
Watch your tongue Mr President

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...

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