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VTM, Matebele headline Orange FA Cup kick off

Tuesday, December 19, 2023 | 180 Views |

The Orange FA Cup tournament returns with the Last 48 Draw being held today for its Season 5.

The first round of the Last 48 fixtures promises enticing football action as new rookies in the elite league VTM FC and Matebele FC are pitied against each other.

Matebele who started their season in great form will be away as they take on VTM who on the other have had a slow start in their debut season. Matebele were crowned champions of Debswana First Division South League (DFDS) 2022–2023 while VTM ‘Bafana Ba Dijabane’ won the promotional playoffs to earn themselves a spot in the elite league.

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