Seabata Mahao
Mzamane Football Club (FC), based in Mokhotlong, is determined to host its home matches at the Mokhotlong Pitso Ground by January 2025, just in time for the second leg of the 2024/25 Vodacom Premier League (VPL) season.
The Pitso Ground underwent inspection recently, and league officials recommended planting turf on at least 80 percent of the field, alongside improving the fencing. Basic facilities, such as water, toilets, and dressing rooms, are already in place.
The club has since begun the grass-planting process, which they hope to complete within the coming week.
Hosting matches locally would reduce Mzamane’s financial burden and boost revenue through gate takings. Currently, the debutant club has been hosting its matches in Maputsoe, approximately 214 kilometers (three and a half hours) from Mokhotlong, at a weekly cost of M15 000. This expenditure covers transport, food, and ground hire.
Mzamane’s financial and logistical challenges have arguably contributed to their dismal performance this season. They sit at the second-bottom of the 16-team premiership table, with only three points from 11 matches.
Their record includes 10 losses, no draws, and a staggering 37 goals conceded, while scoring just six times. Their solitary win only came last weekend when they edged ACE Maseru FC 1-0.
Head Coach Liteboho Ramantsoe attributed the team’s struggles to financial constraints, which have hampered their ability to pay players’ wages and adequately prepare for matches.
“It is not easy. We are a club without sponsors, except for Ntjamokoatle Trading and Siea-O-Butse Trading, who help with fuel and minor necessities. We are in crisis, and we are not playing well,” Ramantsoe admitted.
Mzamane believes that returning to Mokhotlong will significantly improve their financial situation and foster community support. The hometown backing could provide the morale boost needed to turn their fortunes around in the league.
The club’s remaining fixtures in the first leg of the season include matches against giants Matlama FC, Lioli FC, LCS FC, and Majantja FC. They are yet to secure their first victory, and their current form makes them early candidates for relegation.
“This move back to Mokhotlong is a crucial step in stabilising the club,” Ramantsoe emphasised.
The stakes are high for Mzamane as they fight to stay in the top flight. A successful return to their home ground could be the turning point they need to rebuild and regain competitive form.
Summary
- Mzamane Football Club (FC), based in Mokhotlong, is determined to host its home matches at the Mokhotlong Pitso Ground by January 2025, just in time for the second leg of the 2024/25 Vodacom Premier League (VPL) season.
- Currently, the debutant club has been hosting its matches in Maputsoe, approximately 214 kilometers (three and a half hours) from Mokhotlong, at a weekly cost of M15 000.
- A successful return to their home ground could be the turning point they need to rebuild and regain competitive form.
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