Goals Galore in Matchweek 2: Chiefs Hit Six, Galaxy & Rollers Stay Perfect

The Botswana Premier League exploded into life this past weekend with goals, drama, and upsets across the country. Mochudi Centre Chiefs lit up the round with a 6–1 hammering of Calendar Stars, while defending champions Jwaneng Galaxy and traditional giants Township Rollers continued their perfect starts. Elsewhere, Sua Flamingoes stunned Orapa United, Santa Green upset Gunners, and BDF XI closed the weekend with a comeback win.

Here’s how Match week 2 unfolded 👇

A Gaborone united player (Ramolale) strikes the ball during a pre - match training

Friday Night Lights

Gaborone United 1–1 Nico United

The weekend opened with a balanced clash in Gaborone. Mpho Kgaswane gave GU the lead on 13 minutes, but Moabi Phuthego equalized before the half-hour. Both teams cancelled each other out after the break — settling for a point apiece.

Orapa United 0–1 Sua Flamingoes

The shock of the night came in Orapa. Flamingoes, fearless on the road, bagged their second away win on the bounce with a narrow but priceless 1–0 victory. Their discipline and counter-attacking edge silenced the Orapa crowd.

Saturday Drama

Morupule Wanderers 1–2 Township Rollers

Popa showed their title credentials with a gritty 2–1 win away from home. Rollers absorbed pressure and struck when it mattered to stay among the league leaders.

Black Lions 0–1 Jwaneng Galaxy

The champions proved they can win ugly too. Galaxy did just enough to secure a 1–0 win, holding their shape and taking their chance in a cagey affair.

Mochudi Centre Chiefs 6–1 Calendar Stars

The story of the weekend! Chiefs roared back onto the big stage with a statement performance. Leading 3–1 at half-time, they cut loose in the second half — running riot to seal a 6–1 demolition. Magosi fans will believe again after such ruthlessness.

TAFIC FC 3–2 Police XI

Five goals, swinging momentum, and drama till the end. TAFIC claimed their first win of the season with a thrilling 3–2 triumph at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium.

Extension Gunners 0–1 Santa Green

Frustrations continue for the Lobatse giants. A tense battle was decided on 61 minutes when Thatayaone Magazi struck for Santa Green. Four points from two games underline Santa Green’s solid start, while Gunners are left searching for answers.

Sunday Showdown

BDF XI 2–1 Matebele

The army side wrapped up Matchweek 2 with a spirited fightback. Thapelo Babedi scored on 62 minutes to help turn the game around as BDF XI edged Matebele 2–1 in a bruising Sunday contest.

Centre chief fans seated as they cheer there team on.

Early Picture: Who’s Hot, Who’s Not

• Flying high: Jwaneng Galaxy & Township Rollers remain flawless after two rounds.

• Biggest winners: Mochudi Centre Chiefs — six goals, a warning shot to the league.

• Dark horses: Sua Flamingoes — back-to-back away wins hint at a surprise package.

• Concerns: Extension Gunners & Calendar Stars — both winless, both struggling.

The Verdict

Matchweek 2 delivered what fans crave: goals, storylines, and shifting momentum. Chiefs’ six-goal show stole the headlines, but Galaxy and Rollers’ consistency could define the title race. Flamingoes’ away grit and Santa Green’s quiet rise add layers of intrigue to a season already bubbling with drama.