Africa-Press – Lesotho. Manonyane could not block Matlama’s way to becoming Vodacom Premier League (VPL) Champions as “the mighty blues” went home with a 1-0 against them yesterday at Ha Ratjomose, Lesotho Defense
Force (LDF) ground. Matlama’s confidence during their play with Manonyane was of a team that has already been promised a reward. Even though Manonyane fought to make their presence seen and felt, they were halted
by a number of tactics from their opponents’ side, leaving the half-time score at Matlama 0-0 Manonyane. Unfortunately unnecessary mistakes were created by Matlama, which let to Shali Lekhotla getting a red card, trying
to stop Manonyane player from penetrating to score a goal before half-time. Despite being outnumbered, Matlama’s play after the second half was two times better, eventually leading to Moteeloa
Khemisi scoring a header from Phafa Tšosane’s cross in. Matlama was now ahead with 1-0 against Manonyane. Manonyane made their debut in trying to equalize but were denied a chance.
During the last minutes of the play, Matlama proved that even though Manonyane seemed to have made an equalizing ball possession, their trebling skills were far unique and of professionals
compared to Manonyane. The full time score was; Matlama 1-0 Manonyane. Commending his players for containing the momentum of the game despite one of them getting a red card, Matlama Head
Coach Mothobi Mochobi said they learn not to forget. He said they practice the tactic during training sessions where the other side plays with less players.
Mochobi further indicated that the technique assists them in absorbing the pressure where they find themselves outnumbered. Matlama is on the 1st position with 66 points after collecting their 3 points in the match against Manonyane, they are left with only two points to be capped 2021/22 VPL Champions.
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