Botswana U20 Women Team Exits World Cup Qualifiers
14 Feb 2026
Botswana under-20 women's team bowed out of the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Qualifiers with a 1-0 win over Cameroon, despite losing 5-1 on aggregate.
Mapengula Hangara scored the lone goal in the 77th minute, assisted by Keotshepile Kesetse, at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium.
Coach Tapaphiwa Gaebolae praised his team's effort, saying, "We played exceptionally well considering the circumstances. I'm proud of my girls."
Cameroon's Coach Hassan Balla attributed the loss to travel difficulties affecting his team's performance. ENDS
Source : BOPA
Author : Kelebogile Taolo
Location : Gaborone
Event : Interview
Date : 14 Feb 2026
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