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Africa-Press – Botswana. <\/strong><\/span>Blood, sweat and tears are expected in different parts of the country as First Division League – South games continue this weekend.<\/b><\/p>\n

Football enthusiasts are anticipating an attention-grabbing encounter between Jwaneng-based side, Young Stars aka Dinaletsana and Desert Nxau at Galaxy Stadium in Jwaneng on November 5.<\/p>\n

Having lost 3-0 to Tlokweng United last weekend, diamond mining town side will be expected to redeem their pride.<\/p>\n

Conversely, Desert Nxau, at the bottom of the log with only one point from three outings, are expected to come with guns blazing to save their face against their opponents.<\/p>\n

Dinaletsana coach Andrew Tlou, in an interview said despite Desert Nxau being at the bottom of the log, he was aware not to have an easy game against them.<\/p>\n

He however said his side had been preparing well for the clash, adding that all the players were looking forward to the game.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving lost against Tlokweng United last weekend, we are not in any position to lose yet another game. In a nutshell both the players and the technical team were not happy with the disappointing result,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Desert Nxau coach, Charles Seloselong said it would be suicidal for any team to undermine his charges.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving lost two games and drew one doesn\u2019t make us a bad side. If we against Young Stars, we will be at the top of the log,\u201d he said<\/p>\n

The coach said despite the fact that Young Stars were a close book to them, he was happy with their preparations, adding that morale in camp was very high.<\/p>\n

Their opponents, he said they should expect a very tactical game.<\/p>\n

In another game to be played, Extension Gunners will host City Polars at Lobatse Council Stadium, while Notwane will play against Tokweng United at Tlokweng VDC Ground while Prisons X1 will be against UB Hawks at SSG Ground.<\/p>\n

On November 5, Union Flamengo Santos will host URI Black Forest at Gabane United Ground, while Mochudi Centre Chiefs will welcome Mogoditshane Fighters at River Plate. Kickoff time for all the games is 4pm.<\/p>\n

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