07 Dec 2023

The stage is set for an exciting encounter between Botswana’s Jwaneng Galaxy and Ivory Coast’s Asec Mimosas at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown on Saturday.

 The stakes will be high as the local lads push towards collecting more points to win their CAF Champions League Group B.

Immense pressure will be on both teams as they battle it out for the chance to progress further in the high paying competition.

Fans can expect an electric atmosphere and some spectacular football display as these two teams go head-to-head.

In terms of form, Jwaneng Galaxy come into this game on a strong run having won their last few domestic games.

On the other hand, Asec Mimosas will be eager to put on a good performance and prove themselves as a force to be reckoned with in their away game.

The visiting side is a football club from Abidjan, and one of the most successful clubs in the country, having won multiple national championships and cups.

They have also made a name for themselves on the continental stage, winning the CAF Champions League in 1998.

The team is well known for its attacking style of play, and for its passionate and loyal fan base.

They will also be looking to bring their A-game to the match against Jwaneng Galaxy.

Fans can expect a close and competitive match, with some thrilling moments and goals. It will be anyone’s game and it will be interesting to see how it unfolds.

In an interview, Jwaneng Galaxy coach, Morena Ramoreboli said he believed his charges will be able to take advantage of playing at home and win the game.

“Surely we are looking for a win and make Batswana proud. Jwaneng Galaxy will be the first team in Botswana to make history and proceed to the knockout stage of the competition,” said Ramoreboli.

He also praised his players, saying his attackers are some of the best strikers in the domestic league.

The gaffer said even the God of football would be shocked if they lose the game given the good and talented players he has assembled for the game.

He said their opponent is a very strong power house with experienced and talented players and cannot be undermined.

Ramoreboli appealed to their supporters and Batswana as a whole to come and fill up the stadium and cheer the boys on.

“In this game, we are not a mining team but we are representing the country and we expect Batswana to treat us like that,” disclosed Ramoreboli.

With such strong words of encouragement, the team is surely motivated and ready to face their opponents. 

In addition to expressing confidence in the team’s abilities, the coach will also have to use this opportunity to emphasise the importance of discipline and teamwork.

He will need to remind the players to focus on their strategy and stick to their game plan as well as encourage them to stay calm under pressure and to believe in themselves.

The coach will also do well to remind his players to respect their opponents and to remember the importance of fair play and sportsmanship.  ENDS