By Lorraine Ruto,

Lesotho coach Seephephe Matete has warned Ethiopia Walia Ibex not to underrate them or else the Likuena’s will sting  them in  Barhardir where over 60,000 Ethiopian fans are expected to travel to watch their beloved Walia play in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

Lesotho were in fine form in the 2015 Afcon qualifiers  they knocked out star studded Harambee Stars of Kenya led by Southampton midfielder Victor Wanyama a loss that led to the sacking of coach Adel Amrouche they beathink Kenya 1-0 home and drew against them 1-1 in Nairobi.

Lesotho also drubbed Liberia 2-0 but were later themselves eliminated.However Matete believes he has a squad which can deliver on Sunday

“We know it will not be an easy game playing with Ethiopia who are a very good side however we should not be underrated or else we will suprise them”Matete told Soka25east.com

“I have players who can deliver anywhere as long as they play as a unit we want the three points away “he added.

Lesotho have never qualified for Afcon but are determined to break the jinx despite recent political disturbances in the country.

Bushy Moletsane is the player expected to provide the flair with his swift runs and composure an aspect that has really helped Likuena.

Matete’s squad is laced with talented players who will equally enjoy the Ethiopian Tiki Taka a game that promises to be fireworks and entertaining.

Lesotho squad:

Goalkeepers: Mohau Kuenane, Kananelo Makhooane. 

Defenders: Nkau Lerotholi, Thapelo Mokhehle, Jerry Kamele, Thabiso Mohapi, Nkesi Rankhasa, Shetsane Ramoseeka. 

Midfielders: Bokang Mothoana, Mabuti Potloane, Bushy Moletsane, Tšoanelo Koetle, Motlalepula Mofolo, Teboho Lekhooa, Hlompho Kalake, Bushy Moletsane, Tumelo Khutlang, and Jane Thabantšo. 

Strikers: Thapelo Tale, Thabiso Brown, Nkoto Masoabi and Litšepe Marabe.

Collins Okinyo

Ex- CAF Media Expert. An expert on African football with over 15 years experience ,always with an ear to the ground with indepth knowledge of the game. I have worked for top publications including 7 years at www.supersport.com until i founded www.soka25east.com to quench the thirst of football lovers across the continent. I have trained young upcoming journalists who are now a voice in African football.I have covered World Cup,AFCON,CHAN,Champions League,Confederations Cup,Cecafa,Cosafa,Wafu and many other football tournaments across the World. Founder Football Africa Arena(FAA),Founder www.afrisportdigital.com