Motlhape Football Academy Edge Mountain Stars FC 2-1 At Ga-Mothobeki

Motlhape Football Academy hosted Mountain Stars fc at Ga-Mothobeki on 5 October 2025, with kick-off at 1:45pm in an 11-a-side encounter. The home side emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline after a hard-fought 90 minutes plus added time, securing all three points in a closely contested match.

Motlhape Football Academy lined up in a 4-2-1-3 formation, deploying four defenders across the backline, two holding midfielders shielding the defence, a central attacking midfielder tasked with linking play, and a three-pronged attack up front. This setup demanded disciplined defensive work from the back four and the double pivot, while the attacking midfielder was expected to orchestrate forward moves and supply the front three with chances. The wide forwards were likely to stretch the opposition’s defence, with the central striker spearheading the attack.

Unfortunately, no details were provided regarding the names of the starting eleven or substitutes for either side, so individual positional assignments beyond the formation cannot be specified.

The first half unfolded with both teams probing cautiously, seeking to establish control in midfield. The match reached the halfway point with the scoreline still level, as confirmed by the half-time whistle at 45 minutes. Despite the lack of detailed events from the first half, it is clear that Motlhape Football Academy managed to keep Mountain Stars fc at bay, setting the stage for a decisive second period.

In the second half, Motlhape Football Academy found the breakthrough that would ultimately secure their victory. Their attacking trio combined effectively to unlock the Mountain Stars defence, resulting in two goals that proved crucial. Mountain Stars fc responded with a goal of their own, but it was not enough to overturn the deficit.

Throughout the match, Motlhape Football Academy’s midfield and forward lines demonstrated cohesion and creativity, with Tlhapane Neo standing out as the player of the match. His influence in driving the team forward and contributing to the winning effort was pivotal.

Referee Cee J officiated the game, overseeing a competitive but fair contest between the two sides. The match concluded with Motlhape Football Academy celebrating a narrow 2-1 victory over Mountain Stars fc, a result that will boost their confidence moving forward.