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Football: Bantu thrash Lifofane 5-1 in Lesotho

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Bantu beat Lifofane 5-1, thanks in part to Lintle Chocholo’s brace, recording a fourth consecutive win and strengthening their first place with 16 points from six matches. Matlama also maintained their perfect record with a 2-1 win over Limkokwing University, reports the Sunday Express.

Bantu beat Lifofane 5-1 on Saturday at Bambatha Tšita Sports Arena in Lesotho to claim their fourth consecutive win in the national championship, reports the Sunday Express. Lintle Chocholo scored twice, while Bakuena Ramakatsa, Motse Khiba and Hlompho Phalatsi also scored. Thabo Maphakisa pulled one back for Lifofane from the penalty spot.

Bantu now have 16 points from six matches and remain top of the table. Matlama remain in touch after their 2-1 win over Limkokwing University, preserving their perfect record since the start of the season, according to the Sunday Express.

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