The Midweek Sun

Sua Flamingoes debuts Orange FA Quarterfin­als

- BY NALEDI LEMOGANG

Sua Flamingoes FC’s head coach, Mandla Mpofu could not hide his excitement as his team secured a place in the quarterfin­als of the Orange FA Cup on Saturday. e team emerged victorious in a penalty shootout against Pula Roofing FC, winning with a final scoreline of 5-4. is marks the first time Sua Flamingoes has reached the quarterfin­als of the prestigiou­s tournament, making it a significan­t milestone for the club.

e coach praised his players’ efforts and dedication, acknowledg­ing that their hard work played a crucial role in the team’s success. As Sua Flamingoes prepares to face their next opponents in the quarterfin­als, they will undoubtedl­y draw motivation from their recent triumph, demonstrat­ing their resilience and determinat­ion to make a strong impression in the competitio­n.

As the club prepares for the quarterfin­als, there is a sense of optimism and excitement surroundin­g the team. Sua Flamingoes FC will now prepare to face TAFIC in the Season 5 quarterfin­als of the tournament, carrying with them the confidence and momentum garnered from their triumphant victory over Pula Roofing.

In the Round of 16, Sua Flamingoes FC faced a formidable opponent, Pula Roofing, a team currently in good form and hailing from the competitiv­e Kgatleng Division One league.

e match between the two sides proved to be an intense and captivatin­g affair, with both teams demonstrat­ing their strength and tactical prowess throughout the game.

Pula Roofing initially took the lead, but Sua Flamingoes managed to equalize later in the game, resulting in a 1-1 draw at full-time. e closely contested match was eventually decided by a penalty shootout, and Sua Flamingoes emerged as the victors, thus securing their place in the quarterfin­als of the Orange FA Cup for the first time in the club’s history.

Following Sua Flamingoes FC’s historic victory over Pula Roofing FC, head coach Mandla Mpofu expressed delight in his team’s achievemen­t of reaching the quarterfin­als of the Orange FA Cup. He noted that their success has provided a significan­t boost in confidence and morale for the upcoming rounds.

While acknowledg­ing the increasing challenges of the competitio­n, Mpofu emphasized his team’s commitment to putting forth their best efforts in order to maintain positive results. Sua Flamingoes FC’s dedication to overcoming adversity and adapting to the demands of the tournament demonstrat­es their resilience and determinat­ion to succeed in the Orange FA Cup.

 ?? ?? QUARTER FINALIST: Sua Flamingoes FC’s head coach, Mandla Mpofu is elated after his team advanced in the 2024 Orange FA cup
QUARTER FINALIST: Sua Flamingoes FC’s head coach, Mandla Mpofu is elated after his team advanced in the 2024 Orange FA cup

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