Lesotho receive cash motivation for Kenya clash

Lesotho national team players have each been awarded an equivalent of Sh25, 000 ahead of Sunday’s African Cup of Nations qualifier against Kenya.

 
Lesotho national team players have each been awarded an equivalent of Sh25, 000 ahead of Sunday’s African Cup of Nations qualifier against Kenya.
The money according to Lesotho publication Sunday Express is not allowances but is meant to motivate players ahead of the Kenyan game.
Lesotho Football Association President Salemane Phafane, emphasised the money was not a bonus but “something to cheer the players with” before the crucial tie.
“It was not an easy decision to make at all, but as the Lefa executive committee, we thought for a change; at least let’s give you this money before these important matches against Kenya.
“These monies are not bonuses; we are doing this to show our appreciation of the good job you have been doing since the qualifiers started and, hopefully, the money will uplift your spirits and help you do even better,” Phafane is quoted by the publication.
He further said the money was also confirmation that Lefa would always be behind the teams, both in good and tough times.

“The association is doing this to show our extended support to the team. “We are trying to show the players that we will always be behind them, whether they are winning or losing games. We would want to quash the notion within certain quarters that we only care about you when you are performing well.”