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From missing COSAFA flight, Malete now heads to Manchester

Manchester-bound: Malete
Manchester-bound: Malete

What a few weeks it has been for Alex Malete; from his abrupt removal from the Mares to facing disciplinary action from his employer, the Botswana Football Association (BFA), the world appeared to crumble for the 35-year-old.

But in a dramatic shift in fortunes, Malete was chosen as one of seven coaches who will travel to England, where they will be attached to Manchester United, a dream move for any coach.

Malete is employed by the BFA as a youth development officer and was seconded to the Mares. He took charge of the Mares during last year's Women's Africa Cup of Nations finals, which were held in Morocco.

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