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New VTM coach sends warning

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Kgosietsile Ernest (Maroon) of Matebele FC tussling for the ball with Lucky Mokwena (Yellow) of VTM FC PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

New VTM FC’s head coach, Reuben 'Njavera' Chikoti has sent a warning to rivals following his side’s 3-0 win over Matebele FC in the Orange FA Cup last of 48 round.

Chikoti made his coaching debut for the team in a tie played at the VTM Arena on Saturday.

It was a moment of pride for the Zambian gaffer as he kicked off his VTM career with a win while Bafana Ba Dijabane got their revenge against Eagles who eliminated them last year in the same round of the competition. Speaking to SportMonitor after the game, Chikoti said a good run in the cup could save his side’s season while warning rivals.

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New VTM coach sends warning

New VTM FC’s head coach, Reuben 'Njavera' Chikoti has sent a warning to rivals following his side’s 3-0 win over Matebele FC in the Orange FA Cup last of 48 round.