Mothusi Cooper (born 19 July 1997) is a

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who plays as a midfielder for

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in the

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. He is also a full international for

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International career

Cooper made his senior debut in 2019 under interim manager Mogomotsi Mpote. He played a crucial role in the squad that reached the

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final. However, in November 2019, he was one of four Botswana international players dropped from the national team by coach

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for drinking alcohol in camp. Following his apology to the manager and federation, Cooper was reinstated and added to the

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squad.

Honours

Club

:1 :: 2018-19

References

1997 births Living people Botswana men's international footballers Botswana men's footballers Men's association football midfielders Township Rollers F.C. players Extension Gunners FC players {{Botswana-footy-bio-stub