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Mpote confident of World Cup qualification

Pointing in the right direction: Mpote PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Pointing in the right direction: Mpote PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Zebras coach, Mogomotsi 'Teenage' Mpote is confident his charges can qualify for the 2026 World Cup if adequately prepared.

In a draw conducted in Abidjan last night, the Zebras were pitted against former African champions, Algeria, Guinea, Uganda, Mozambique and Somalia. It is Algeria and Guinea that could pose a serious threat to Zebras' chances of progressing. However, Mpote told Mmegi Sport last night that there is a good chance of qualifying, provided the preparations are spot on.

"I am going in there confident of qualifying. They are all strong teams, but the draw is ok. We need to prepare well and then we can beat any team. If you win at home, then your chances of qualifying are good," Mpote said.

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