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BDF XI

BDF XI — Botswana Premier League football club whose chairman proposed expanding the league to 18 clubs in 2026.

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In coverage

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  1. October 2026
  2. Daily News Botswana

    … Orapa United handed BDF XI their heaviest defeat of the season thus far winning 4-2. …

    Chiefs claim bagging rights
  3. Daily News Botswana

    … The October 10 remaining slate kicks off at 4pm across the country, featuring debutants, Prisons XI taking on Enesia at the GU Stadium, TAFIC FC meeting Matebele FC at Obed Itani Chilume Stadium, BDF XI battling Orapa United at the VTM Arena and Jwaneng Galaxy resuming their dome …

    Chiefs host unbeaten Rollers in royal encounter
  4. August 2026
  5. Weekend Post

    … Sua Flamingoes face Matebele FC, and BDF XI take on Nico United. The headline fixture, Galaxy versus Rollers, kicks off at 1600hrs. …

    After Boardroom battles, BFL back on the pitch
  6. Daily News Botswana

    … This year’s edition of the GM’s Soccer Fiesta featured Gaborone United, Mochudi Centre Chiefs, Jwaneng Galaxy and Namibian based African Stars in the men’s professional category, while Jwaneng Galaxy, Double Action, Gaborone United and BDF XI battled it out in the women’s profess …

    Kelebeng hails GM Soccer Fiesta for community development
  7. July 2026
  8. Mmegi

    … e upcoming season.We are aware that Jwaneng Galaxy and Gaborone United will represent Botswana in continental competitions and they need to be ready." The action begins on Friday with the women's competition, with the national champions, Gaborone United (GU) Ladies, facing BDF XI …

    GM Soccer Fiesta sets stage for new season
  9. Mmegi

    Additionally, women's sides Gaborone United, BDF XI, Jwaneng Galaxy, and Double Action will slug it out, and so will four social clubs: PV Monko, Bajanala, Barloworld, and Nkala.The football festival kicks off on Friday and runs until Sunday. …

    Big guns head for GM's Soccer Fiesta showdown
  10. Botswana Sunday Standard

    … The proposal will be tabled by BDF XI chairman Nelson Gabofiwe at the BFL Shareholders Meeting on July 11 at Lekidi Football Centre. …

    Premier League Clubs to Reject League Expansion
  11. June 2026
  12. Weekend Post

    … Meanwhile, Sesinyi’s main rival in the goal race, Kgamanyane of Gaborone United, also closed the season strongly, scoring twice as GU secured a 2–1 victory over BDF XI. …

    Sesinyi: Four Golden Boots in five seasons
  13. May 2026
  14. Mmegi

    … The Reds beat BDF XI 2-1 to mark a winning end to their season. "To the players, technical team, management, supporters, and the entire Moyagoleele family, on behalf of Bank Gaborone, congratulations on a well-deserved league title victory. …

    Bank Gaborone congratulates GU on championship victory
  15. Mmegi

    … ce within the club structures was fading, he resurfaced through the Red Roses and guided the women’s side back to the summit.On Sunday afternoon, Niyonzima led GU to the BH National Women’s First Division League Southern Stream title following a commanding 5-0 victory over BDF XI …

    Niyonzima finds redemption with Red Roses

Monday 12 October

  1. Mochudi Centre Chiefs beat Township Rollers in week five

    Mochudi Centre Chiefs defeated Township Rollers with goals from Gilbert Baruti and Mpho Kgaswane, while Bakang Seboko scored for Rollers. The match was packaged as entertainment with cultural performances and fan choreography alongside the football.

    12 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Thursday 8 October

  1. Chiefs host unbeaten Rollers in league match at stadium

    Mochudi Centre Chiefs face Township Rollers in week five of the Botswana Premier League on October 10 at the National Stadium. Rollers remain unbeaten in the 2026/2027 campaign but have experienced squad changes, while Chiefs seek to repeat last season's head-to-head success against their historically dominant rivals.

    8 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Monday 24 August

  1. BFL releases 2026/27 fixture list after boardroom turmoil

    The Botswana Football League released its official fixture list for the 2026/27 FNB Premiership season on Monday, clearing the way for play to resume after a turbulent off-season marked by internal governance disputes. The same week, BFL chairperson Sipho Showa survived a motion of no confidence at the league's annual general meeting, with shareholders instead introducing a rotation system for board representation.

    24 August 2026 · Weekend Post →

Monday 3 August

  1. GM Soccer Fiesta drives community development in Jwaneng area

    A minister hailed the fifth edition of the GM's Soccer Fiesta for nurturing talent and supporting community development, including health-care infrastructure, youth empowerment, and economic opportunities in Jwaneng Mine's area of influence. The event has also contributed to women's football growth and aligns with government priorities for inclusive sport.

    3 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Friday 31 July

  1. GM Soccer Fiesta begins three-day pre-season tournament

    The three-day GM Soccer Fiesta tournament runs through Sunday to help clubs prepare for the 2026-2027 season, featuring Botswana Premier League teams and regional opposition including a Namibian side.

    31 July 2026 · Mmegi →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. GM Soccer Fiesta kicks off with multiple division draws

    Gaborone's Soccer Fiesta tournament, sponsored by Barloworld Equipment with P400,000, runs Friday to Sunday with matches across men's, women's, and social club divisions. Entry is P30 on Friday and Saturday, free on Sunday.

    29 July 2026 · Mmegi →

Monday 6 July

  1. Botswana Premier League clubs expected to reject expansion proposal

    Botswana Football League shareholders are expected to overwhelmingly reject a proposal by BDF XI chairman Nelson Gabofiwe to expand the Premier League from 16 to 18 clubs and increase registered players per club from 30 to 35. Shareholders argue the move would place additional financial strain on clubs already struggling to meet operational costs and player salaries.

    6 July 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Sesinyi wins fourth Golden Boot in five seasons

    Jwaneng Galaxy forward Thabang Sesinyi claimed his fourth Golden Boot in five seasons after scoring four goals against Township Rollers on the final day of the season to separate himself from his closest rival, who was tied with him on 16 goals. The veteran striker also surpassed 100 professional goals in August 2025.

    2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →

Tuesday 26 May

  1. Gaborone United wins league title; Bank Gaborone celebrates

    Gaborone United won the league championship this season, defeating BDF XI 2-1 in their final game. Bank Gaborone, the club's major sponsor, hosted a VIP event to mark the achievement and congratulated the players, technical team, management, and supporters on the "well-deserved league title victory."

    26 May 2026 · Mmegi →

Monday 25 May

  1. Niyonzima guides GU women to Southern Stream title

    Niyonzima led GU's women's side to the BH National Women's First Division League Southern Stream title with a 5-0 victory over BDF XI on Sunday.

    25 May 2026 · Mmegi →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. FNB Premiership 2025/26 season concludes this weekend

    The 2025/26 FNB Premiership season will conclude on Saturday, May 23, with Gaborone United taking on BDF XI at Gaborone United Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 3pm.

    20 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. GU Football Club takes top spot after derby win

    GU Football Club, known as Red Roses, defeated rivals Double Action FC 2–1 in a city derby to move to the top of the table and tighten their grip on the title race. The win comes after BDF XI and Jwaneng Galaxy FC held the top positions for much of the season.

    12 May 2026 · Mmegi →

Thursday 23 April

  1. Gaborone United seek FNB Premiership title against TAFIC

    Log leaders Gaborone United require three points against TAFIC FC on April 25 to seal the FNB Premiership championship and defend their title. The defending champions have accumulated 65 points with three games remaining, while TAFIC, in 12th position with 25 points, fight to avoid relegation.

    23 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

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