Rosina Sedibane Fall Short Against Curro Thatchfield In Friendly

On 17 May 2025, Rosina Sedibane faced Curro Thatchfield in a friendly match held at their home ground, kicking off at 1:00 PM. Despite a spirited performance, Rosina Sedibane succumbed to a 4-2 defeat, showcasing both their attacking flair and defensive frailties.

Rosina Sedibane lined up in a 4-2-1-3 formation, designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking intent. Hlamulo Maluleke took his position in goal, while the back four consisted of Dakalo Malumedzha and Kgalalelo Selokela as right and left defenders, respectively, with Nomthandazo Zwane and Bontle Ralekwa anchoring the central defence. In midfield, Keabetswe Molekoa and Ditebogo Malatji operated as central midfielders, providing support to Lethabo Mokhonwana, who played as the attacking midfielder. Up front, Phuti Manamela and Cathrine flanked striker Rayleigh Bojosi, who was expected to lead the line with his goal-scoring prowess. The substitutes for the match included Gosiame Mallela, Shirley Moyo, Onalenna Mphahlele, Lerato Mphuthi, Keamogetswe Letwaba, Tshegofatso Mgcina, and Oarabile Majafa.

The first half saw both teams probing for openings, but it was a tightly contested affair that ended goalless at the break. The second half, however, erupted into action, beginning with Ditebogo Malatji converting a penalty in the 58th minute, striking with his right foot to give Rosina Sedibane a brief lead.

Just a minute later, Rayleigh Bojosi capitalised on a goalmouth scramble, scoring from outside the box with another right-footed effort, doubling the home side's advantage. However, Curro Thatchfield responded swiftly, pulling one back in the 64th minute through a close-range goalmouth scramble, levelling the score at 2-1.

The visitors continued to apply pressure, and in the 68th minute, they took the lead with a stunning strike from outside the area, leaving Maluleke with little chance to react. The momentum shifted further when Curro Thatchfield scored again in the 72nd minute, capitalising on another scramble to make it 3-2.

As the match progressed, Curro Thatchfield added a fourth goal in the 75th minute, converting from close range to extend their lead. Rosina Sedibane made several substitutions in an attempt to regain control, bringing on Onalenna Mphahlele for Phuti Manamela in the 66th minute, followed by Lerato Mphuthi replacing Lethabo Mokhonwana and Keamogetswe Letwaba coming on for Hlamulo Maluleke shortly after.

Despite their efforts, Rosina Sedibane could not find a way back into the match, and the final whistle confirmed a disappointing 4-2 defeat. The performance of Keabetswe Molekoa stood out, earning him the accolade of Player of the Match, as he consistently showcased his skill and determination throughout the encounter.