Botswana started their World Cup qualification campaign with a straightforward 2-0 home win over Somalia on March 26, 2025. The Zebras secured a comfortable victory, with two second-half goals ensuring they collected all three points in a match they were expected to win. After a goalless and perhaps frustrating first half, Botswana found their rhythm after the break, breaking the deadlock through a well-worked team move. They added a second goal late on to put the result beyond doubt, with Somalia offering little threat in attack throughout the contest. The win gave Botswana an ideal start in their group, building early momentum and confidence. While the performance may not have been spectacular, the professional job done will please the manager as they look to navigate a challenging qualification pathway. Somalia, meanwhile, will need to improve defensively as they face stronger opponents in the group.