Seasoned forwards Segolame Boy and Godfrey Tauyatswala have ensured that Rollers reach the commanding heights of the league but Popa’s two-point lead could prove precarious
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After a narrow but crucial 2-1 victory over VTM FC at the Royal Aria Stadium in Tlokweng last weekend, Township Rollers have reached the top of the FNB Premiership log for the first time this season.
Goals from seasoned forwards Segolame Boy and Godfrey Tauyatswala ensured that Rollers claimed all three points, marking a significant milestone in their campaign.
VTM’s Ayanda Molefhe found the net but couldn’t rescue his side from defeat.
With this victory, Rollers now have 36 points from 17 matches, leading the pack by two points.
Resurgence
Their rise to the top highlights a resurgence after a relatively slow start to the season. The club’s consistent performances in recent weeks have finally paid off, putting them in pole position as the title race intensifies.
Tafic FC, who had been leading the league, slipped to second place after a 1-1 draw with Jwaneng Galaxy in Francistown.
Jean Lwamba put Tafic ahead but Thero Setsile ensured Galaxy salvaged a point.
GU’s superior goal difference
Tafic now have 34 points while Galaxy remains in fourth place with 33 points, trailing Gaborone United (GU) who also have 33 points but boast a superior goal difference.
GU kept their title ambitions alive with a slim 1-0 victory over BDF XI.
Sua Flamingoes are lurking dangerously in fifth place with 31 points after a commanding 4-1 thrashing of Matebele FC.
The Flamingoes are proving to be strong contenders and could upset the top four if their impressive form continues.
Relegation battle heats up
At the opposite end of the table, the relegation battle is becoming just as fierce. Union Flamengo Santos are rock-bottom with a mere 8 points from 16 matches.
Their dismal defensive record, with 37 goals conceded, highlights the struggles they face in trying to survive the drop.
Chadibe FC fares only slightly better, sitting in 15th place with 8 points as well but with a worse goal difference (-23).
Both clubs are in urgent need of wins to avoid being cut adrift.
The danger zone
BDF XI SC finds themselves in 14th place with 13 points, struggling to escape the danger zone. Despite having a better goal difference than Chadibe, their inability to secure consistent victories has put them at risk.
Extension Gunners and Security Systems, with 14 and 15 points respectively, are also dangerously close to the relegation zone and must step up their performances.