08 Dec 2025

Tonota FC, affectionately known as Sepondo se a debola, have on Saturday, secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Ferry Wanderers to extend their dominance and unbeaten streak at the top of the First Division North.

The result cements their commanding 10-point lead, taking their total to 32 points. While the league leaders celebrated the win, post-match interviews from both benches offered a pragmatic tactical assessment from the winning coach and encouragement for the defeated side.

In a post-match interview, Tonota FC head coach, Thaloba Nthaga, admitted that his players did not have their best game, which accounted for the narrow scoreline, courtesy of an early Odirile Lekoba goal in the 13^th minute.

Nthaga said football was about collecting points and vowed to continue prioritising wins and leave no room for complacency.

Their current run, characterised by an unbeaten record and significant goal difference, reflects a focused drive to gain promotion to the FNB Premiership and establish Tonota as a formidable force in elite football.

Their passionate fan base, who pack the grounds wearing club merchandise, are a crucial element of the club’s identity and recent success.

On the opposing bench, Ferry Wanderers’ coach, Murphy Maseko, said he was happy about his players’ performance despite the defeat.

Maseko praised his side for creating chances that were often denied by Tonota’s goalkeeper. He felt his team deserved at least a point, though he admitted they were up against a highly motivated and top-of-the-table side.

Meanwhile, Tonota FC’s unwavering pursuit of promotion now takes them to Mahalapye to face BR Highlanders.

The fixture represents a challenging test against an experienced club fighting to regain their former top-flight status.

BR Highlanders, alias Stimela, boast significant history, having first secured promotion to the Premier League in the 2012 season and winning the First Division North title again in the 2017-18 season.

Their current position means they are also aiming for an immediate return to the elite league.

The challenge for the Tonota side, however, is that playing away in Mahalapye against a team with recent Premier League history would demand both resilience and discipline. The match would be a critical examination of Tonota FC’s approach.

Tonota FC are currently on a run of at least five consecutive wins, a streak that reflects strong management, coaching and passionate supporter backing.

All eyes would be on whether Coach Nthaga’s strategy of prioritising points over aesthetics can continue to deliver three points against the formidable BR Highlanders in their next fixture. ENDS