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References
- ↑ Mmegi Online :: Maposa Out For Six Weeks
- ↑ Noah Maposa at National-Football-Teams.com
- ↑ Noah Maposa to join Gaborone Giant
- ↑ "Noah Maposa joins Popa. Welcome to the Blue Army | the Official Township Rollers Football Club Website | Latest News | Transfers | Announcements | Merchandise | Membership".
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