Motlhape Football Academy Held To Draw By Milan Academy At Senakwe Primary

Motlhape Football Academy hosted Milan Academy at Senakwe Primary School on 6 September 2025, with kick-off at 4:00pm. The 11-a-side encounter ended in a 1-1 stalemate after 90 minutes of competitive football. The match was officiated by referee Random, whose performance was notably strong throughout the game.

Motlhape Football Academy lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, a setup designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking creativity. The back four consisted of two full-backs tasked with both defensive duties and supporting wide attacks, while the two central defenders focused on maintaining a solid defensive line. Ahead of them, the double pivot in midfield was expected to shield the defence and initiate forward play. The three attacking midfielders were positioned to exploit spaces between the opposition’s defence and midfield, supporting the lone striker who was the focal point of Motlhape’s offensive efforts.

Unfortunately, no details were provided regarding the starting eleven or substitutes for either side, so the focus remains on the tactical framework and the flow of the match itself.

The first half saw both teams probing cautiously, with neither side able to break the deadlock before the interval. The match remained finely poised at 0-0 at half-time, reflecting a balanced contest with chances created but not converted.

In the second half, the deadlock was finally broken as Motlhape Football Academy managed to find the net, taking the lead and energising the home crowd. However, Milan Academy responded with determination and equalised, ensuring the match ended all square at 1-1. The timing and details of the goals were not specified, but the scoreline indicates a competitive and evenly matched encounter.

Throughout the match, referee Random maintained control with authority and fairness, contributing to a well-managed game that allowed the players to express themselves on the pitch.

Tlhapane Neo was named Player of the Match, a testament to his influential performance and significant impact on the game for Motlhape Football Academy. His contributions, whether in midfield creativity or defensive work, were evidently pivotal in securing a valuable point against a strong Milan Academy side.

With no substitutions recorded, the match was decided by the starting line-ups and the tactical discipline displayed by both teams. The 4-2-3-1 formation employed by Motlhape Football Academy provided a solid platform but ultimately could not secure all three points.

The draw leaves both sides with a share of the spoils in what was a tightly contested fixture at Senakwe Primary School, witnessed by a crowd of 150 spectators eager to see their teams battle for supremacy.