The Weekend is Orange
Eight Matches are Scheduled for this Weekend’s Orange FA Cup Last 16
With the Orange FA Cup last 16 approaching, football fans across the country are in for a weekend of exciting action. The knockout competition will feature eight matches spread across the country, with the most anticipated clashes taking place on Saturday and Sunday, and fans should expect thrilling encounters as the teams battle it out for a place in the quarter- finals.
One of the standout matches on Saturday’s schedule will be between Township Rollers and Nico United at the National Stadium. These two Premier League teams will be going head- to- head in what is expected to be an exciting encounter. Nico United coach, Mogomotsi Mpote has stated that the Orange FA Cup is an opportunity for his team to achieve something this season, as they know they have no chance of winning the league. Township Rollers, on the other hand, are confident and determined to do well in the Orange FA Cup, with their recent good form giving them a boost.
In what is to be an interesting matchup, Jwaneng Galaxy will travel to Serowe to face Tsabotlhe FC. This is a game where the outcome is hard to predict, as Galaxy is a big Premier League team while Tsabotlhe is a small lower division team. Nevertheless, both teams have high aspirations and will be giving it their all on the pitch. For the people of Serowe, this will be a thrilling match to watch.
It’s all set to be a closely contested match between UB Hawks and VTM FC at the SSG Grounds this weekend. Although VTM is a Premier League team and UB Hawks are from a lower division, the two teams are evenly matched. The stakes are high, and it will be interesting to see which team will progress to the quarter- finals of the Orange FA Cup. VTM has been busy in the Premier League, fighting to avoid relegation, while UB Hawks are known for their determination and never- say- die attitude. This is sure to be an entertaining one.
This Sunday’s match between Chadibe and Orapa United will be a challenging one, with Orapa away from home and Chadibe at their home ground, where they are known to be particularly difficult to beat. Orapa is a strong team, having won the Orange FA Cup in the past and making it to the finals last season. Their fans will be expecting a good performance, but Chadibe will be motivated by their home advantage. It is sure to be an exciting game with much at stake.
The clash between Security Systems and Gaborone United, two of Botswana’s top teams, will take place on Sunday at the Dinaledi Football Academy. This is a highly anticipated match, as the two teams last met in the Premier League, with Security Systems emerging victorious. Now, Gaborone United will be looking for revenge as the defending champions of the FA Cup. It will be interesting to see if they can overcome the challenge from Security Systems, who will be looking to prove that they can beat them consecutively.
Security Systems’ head coach, David Botlhasitse has expressed confidence ahead of their match against Gaborone United, stating that they are ready to take on any challenge that comes their way. He added that the unpredictable nature of the cup tournament makes it an exciting prospect, and they are ready to put on a show for their fans.
Other interesting fixtures planned across the country are: City Kings to face off against Police XI in Gumare, while Pula Roofing takes on Sowa in Ramodibe. Mbalakalungu will host Tafic SC in Kasane, ensuring that football fans everywhere will have plenty to look forward to.