Tshepo Molwane
4 April 2008
Gaborone — Bitter rivals, Kopong United and Kopong Classic will meet in the Kgatleng District Football Division One on Sunday afternoon.
Whenever the two sides meet, the small village comes to life and fights are common between supporters. In the first round game, the clubs fought to a 1-1 stalemate.
But in the recent Easter tournament sponsored by Phakalane Estate, United broke the hearts of Classic supporters when they came from behind to win 2-1 in an entertaining game. That is why Classic are expected to come with guns blazing to revenge the defeat on Sunday. Though United was formed earlier than Classic, the latter has stamped its authority in the village and attracted a lot of supporters. Classic coach Ditshebo Jabari told Mmegi Sport that they are prepared for the Sunday game. "It is a normal derby and we are not expecting anything different. I have confidence that we will win," said Jabari. He said that when he joined Classic, the supporters of both clubs used to fight but things have since improved. In this weekend's game, Classic will rely on Ramaeba 'Sox' Ramogaladi and Phetogo Jabari to steer them to victory.
United coach Bafana Sebina said there is nothing special the technical team will do ahead of the game. "Since this will be a derby, the boys will be motivated to do well. We have to win to better our position on the log," said Sebina. United will be led by Maitseo Dimbo and Samuel Motsamai in their quest for maximum points. Kick off is at 4pm.
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