By: Refiloe Molise
Kick4Life Women Football Club (FC) made an impressive start to their 2026/27 Lesotho Women’s Super League (WSL) campaign, recording a convincing 4–1 victory over Mphaki High School Ladies FC at the PTC Grounds.
Kick4Life took the lead in the 40th minute when defender Mahali Sepiriti’s corner kick went directly towards the Mphaki goal. In an attempt to save the delivery, the goalkeeper inadvertently deflected the ball into her own net, giving Kick4Life a 1–0 advantage at half-time. The visitors displayed good attacking intent and maintained pressure on the hosts throughout the first half.
Kick4Life doubled their lead within the first minute of the second half when TholoanaTs’oaeli found the back of the net to make it 2–0. Three minutes later, in the 49th minute, Kick4Life were awarded a penalty, which Sepiriti confidently converted to extend the lead to 3–0.
Mphaki pulled one back in the 73rd minute following a free kick, but Kick4Life responded four minutes later when Puseletso Jobo won and converted another penalty to seal an emphatic 4–1 victory.
Despite the convincing scoreline, Kick4Life head coach Shalane Lehohla believes there is still room for improvement, particularly in the team’s attacking play and ability to convert scoring opportunities.
Lehohla described the performance as positive but emphasised the need for greater confidence in front of goal, noting that the team creates numerous chances but does not always capitalise on them.
“The performance is good, but there is still room for improvement, especially when we are attacking. We create a lot of chances but fail to convert them, so we need to build confidence in that regard,” Lehohla said.
The coach attributed the team’s four-goal performance partly to its aggressive approach in attack, explaining that sustained pressure forced Mphaki into mistakes that resulted in two penalties.
“Being aggressive when attacking helped us score by that margin in the first game. It also led to Mphaki making a lot of mistakes, hence the two penalties,” he added.
Lehohla also pointed to the psychological aspect of the game, suggesting that players sometimes underestimate their opponents before kick-off, only to find themselves challenged when the match unfolds differently than expected.
He said developing greater confidence on the ball would be a key area of focus as the team continues its campaign.
Looking ahead, Lehohla said Kick4Life shared the ambition of every competing team to win the league but stressed that the players must remain focused on their strengths and give their best throughout the season.
“Every team’s expectation is to win the league, so we are no exception. We just need to focus on our strengths and do our best,” he said.
The coach also acknowledged the importance of supporters in motivating the team, urging them to continue offering their backing throughout the campaign.
“We are nothing without our supporters. Their support will give us an edge to fight until the last minute of the last game,” Lehohla said.
The latest WSL catch-up fixtures, played on Sunday, 11 October 2026, produced several competitive encounters, underlining the intensity of the league as teams continue to battle for early-season positions.
LMPS Ladies defeated Emmanuel Queens 1–0, while Berea Ladies shared the spoils with FC Stoko in a 2–2 draw. LDF Ladies secured a 2–0 victory over Bokamoso C Ladies and Lijabatho Ladies edged Mphaki High School Ladies FC 1–0. Kick4Life Women also recorded a 1–1 draw against PK Stars Ladies in the catch-up fixtures.
According to the league standings published on 11 October 2026, LDF Ladies lead the table with six points from two matches. Berea Ladies occupy second place with four points, followed by Kick4Life Women in third position, also with four points. LMPS Ladies sit fourth with four points, while Lijabatho Ladies are fifth with three points from one match.
Bokamoso C Ladies, PK Stars Ladies and FC Stoko occupy sixth, seventh and eighth positions respectively, each with one point. Emmanuel Queens and Mphaki High School Ladies FC sit ninth and tenth, having yet to register points in the matches reflected in the standings.
With the competition intensifying, teams will be under pressure to maintain consistency and secure valuable points as the season progresses.
Beyond the action on the pitch, the continued development of the Lesotho Women’s Super League remains an important concern, particularly regarding financial sustainability and the support available to participating clubs.
Speaking about the league’s development, WSL Vice-Secretary Reabetsoe Mokakehighlighted the progress made since its establishment in 2015.
According to Mokake, the league began with eight teams in 2015 before expanding to 10 teams in 2019. Promotion and relegation were subsequently introduced in the 2023/24 season, marking an important step towards strengthening competition and establishing a more structured pathway for clubs in women’s football.
However, Mokake noted that financial support has remained a major challenge, with the responsibility of supporting the league’s development resting heavily on the Lesotho Football Association (LeFA) since its early years.
The continued reliance on LeFA highlights the need for greater financial involvement from corporate sponsors and other stakeholders to ensure the sustainable growth of women’s football in Lesotho.
Adequate funding is essential for improving club operations, player welfare, coaching, transport, facilities and the overall standard of competition. Increased investment could also help clubs provide better opportunities for players to develop their skills and compete at a higher level.
As the WSL continues to grow, broader stakeholder participation and stronger financial backing will be crucial to ensuring that clubs have the resources needed to compete effectively and that women footballers receive greater opportunities to develop their talent.
While the latest results demonstrate the competitive spirit of the league, the long-term progress of women’s football in Lesotho will depend on sustained commitment from football authorities, clubs, sponsors and other partners to strengthen the game both on and off the pitch.
Summary
- In an attempt to save the delivery, the goalkeeper inadvertently deflected the ball into her own net, giving Kick4Life a 1–0 advantage at half-time.
- Kick4Life doubled their lead within the first minute of the second half when TholoanaTs’oaeli found the back of the net to make it 2–0.
- Looking ahead, Lehohla said Kick4Life shared the ambition of every competing team to win the league but stressed that the players must remain focused on their strengths and give their best throughout the season.
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