Lobatse Stadium, Multi-purpose stadium in Lobatse, Botswana.
Lobatse Stadium is a multi-purpose sports facility in the town of Lobatse with tiered seating sections and covered viewing areas for spectators. The grounds contain a large playing surface with professional infrastructure designed to host various sporting events.
Construction of Lobatse Stadium was still in progress and expected to be completed by the end of 2010. In the 2014 World Cup qualifiers, Botswana played two home matches there: a 1-2 loss to Ethiopia on 8 June 2013, later awarded 3-0 because Ethiopia fielded an ineligible player, and a 3-2 win over the Central African Republic a week later.
Lobatse Stadium is the home ground of Extension Gunners and also of Botswana Meat Commission FC, the team of the nearby meat-processing company. During the 2014 World Cup qualifiers Botswana played two home matches here: a 1-2 loss to Ethiopia on 8 June 2013, later awarded 3-0 because Ethiopia fielded an ineligible player, and a 3-2 win over the Central African Republic a week later.
The venue has multiple entry points and designated parking areas for visitors attending events. It is advisable to arrive early to secure good access and seating placement.
During 2014 World Cup qualifying, Botswana played two home matches in Lobatse. On 8 June 2013 they lost 1-2 to Ethiopia, a result later converted to a 3-0 win because Ethiopia fielded an ineligible player; a week later Botswana beat the Central African Republic 3-2.
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