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Flamingoes poised to soar as big guns idle

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SEIZING THE MOMENT: Sua Flamingoes PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

This weekend presents a rare and tantalising opportunity in the FNB Premiership as Sua Flamingoes could briefly soar to the summit while the league’s heavyweights take an enforced pause.

With Mochudi Centre Chiefs, Jwaneng Galaxy and Township Rollers all off duty, the Sowa Town-based side has a golden window to stake a claim at the top of the table. Their test comes in the form of Calendar Stars, who visit the Sowa Town Council Stadium on Saturday. Kick-off is at 4pm. A win could catapult Sua into pole position, but only if they harness the moment and deliver under the mounting pressure. Sua enter this fixture in solid form.

Their latest outing before the international break saw them edge Santa Green 2–1, demonstrating composure and resolve in the dying minutes.

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