The Midweek Sun

DANGER TARGETS 15 GOALS

Exceeding that is also within his reach

- BY NALEDI LEMOGANG

Gaborone United’s prolific striker, Molaodi Tlhalefang, continues to make waves in the Botswana Premier League with his impressive goalscorin­g prowess. Since the season started, Tlhalefang has consistent­ly found the back of the net, including a decisive crucial goal in the recent derby against Township Rollers.

His relentless form has not only propelled GU to victory but also proven to be a thorn on the side of their rivals. As Tlhalefang’s scoring streak continues, he cements his status as a key player for the Reds and a formidable force in the league.

Last weekend at the Gaborone derby, Danger, as commonly known for his intimidati­ng presence in front of goal posts, once again demonstrat­ed his prowess by scoring an early goal for his team. His goal proved to be a significan­t advantage for GU, as it set the tone for the rest of the game and put pressure on their opponents. Tlhalefang’s consistent ability to create and capitalize on opportunit­ies has made him a key player for the derby as he was awarded with the Man of the Match cheque.

e 26-year-old striker has made a significan­t impact for Gaborone United since joining the club at the beginning of the current season, from Security Systems. With an impressive 12 goals to his name, Tlhalefang has emerged amongst the league’s top scorers this season. His clinical finishing combined with his intelligen­t positionin­g and movement on the field makes him a formidable force in the attacking field. His ability to capitalize on chances, create opportunit­ies, and consistent­ly find the back of the net highlights his value as a striker and a key contributo­r to Gaborone United’s offensive firepower.

Following the Gaborone derby, where Molaodi Tlhalefang, the talented striker shared his thoughts on his performanc­e, and stated that scoring an early goal in such a significan­t derby is a clear indication of his growth as a player and a promising sign that he is heading in the right direction to achieve his aspiration­s. With a positive mindset, he expressed his eagerness to continue improving and building upon his accomplish­ments in the future.

“I’m truly enjoying my season so far, and I’m glad to see continuous improvemen­t in my game. Scoring an

nd early goal during my second derby was an incredible feeling and a testament to my growth as a player.

I’ve set a personal target of scoring over 15 goals this season, and I’m well on my way to achieving that,” he said. “I believe the key to my success on the field is paying close attention during training sessions and working diligently on my finishing. is dedication makes

everything feel more effortless during matches. Overall, I’m thrilled with my progress, and I aim to maintain this momentum throughout the rest of the season,” Tlhalefang added. As the season nears its conclusion, with only 8 games remaining, Tlhalefang revealed that he initially aimed to score 15 goals.

Given his current form and consistent performanc­es, he believes that surpassing this target is within reach. Tlhalefang further shared that exceeding his initial goal will motivate him to push even harder in the following season and strive for continuous improvemen­t.

 ?? ?? SCORING MACHINE: Molaodi Tlhalefang is one of the best finishers in the domestic league
SCORING MACHINE: Molaodi Tlhalefang is one of the best finishers in the domestic league

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