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'Piro' gets one more against Rollers

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Gaborone United players celebrate after beating rivals, Township Rollers in the Orange FA Cup semi final yesterday PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Gaborone United (GU) head coach, Pontsho ‘Piro’ Moloi once again led his side to a derby win against city rivals, Township Rollers yesterday.

The Reds registered a 1-0 victory in the semi final of the Orange FA Cup played at the National Stadium to book a date in the final against Orapa United. Following the victory, Moloi said the recent league win over Rollers provided a morale boost and that the Reds enjoy a good record over their rivals.

‘Piro' has never lost against Rollers as the GU head coach. “I knew the most critical game was the last week's game against them. It was that important, whoever won that match was going to win today.

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