African humbled to play Tigers
One of Namibia's most astute coaches, Maleagi 'Mali' Ngarizemo of Young African, says they are heading into tonight's match against Tigers knowing that they are facing tough competition.
Local clubs Tigers and Young African will face-off today in the 2018/19 MTC Namibia Premier League (NPL) at the Sam Nujoma Stadium in Windhoek at 20:00.
“Tigers are a big club. We are not heading into the match to teach them lessons but just to give a great account of ourselves. Last season they beat us both home away and I don't think that will change.
“We haven't played a match since the year started but we want to hopefully snatch a point,” Young African mentor Maleagi 'Mali' Ngarizemo said.
Ngarizemo said further they have played five consecutive matches away from home and are looking forward to a home game, in order to garner support from their fans.
“We are pushing and have trained hard for the match and to have more than 20 points,” he said.
Mervin Mbakera, who was roped in last September as Tigers' caretaker coach, also has a humble approach to tonight's match.
“It is always important to respect your opponents. African beat log leaders Black Africa sometime back, so we have to be careful, avoid mistakes and be focused.
“Everyone is on par with what is expected of them. Each player is working hard to achieve our goal of reaching the top of the summit,” Mbakera said.
He added they are not happy with their current position on the log.
Tigers are currently in seventh place.
“Our position is not conducive, hence the fact that we are working hard and approaching each match as if it's our last.
“We are trying not to get overwhelmed and will manage the situation we are in,” Mbakera said.
The two clubs are both fighting to reach the upper-echelons of premier league, which is currently led by Black Africa, followed by Mighty Gunners.
In Wednesday's NPL match Eleven Arrows beat Blue Waters 2-1 in a coastal derby at the Kuisebmond Stadium. Tura Magic were scheduled to play log leaders Black Africa last night at the Sam Nujoma Stadium.
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“Tigers are a big club. We are not heading into the match to teach them lessons but just to give a great account of ourselves. Last season they beat us both home away and I don't think that will change.
“We haven't played a match since the year started but we want to hopefully snatch a point,” Young African mentor Maleagi 'Mali' Ngarizemo said.
Ngarizemo said further they have played five consecutive matches away from home and are looking forward to a home game, in order to garner support from their fans.
“We are pushing and have trained hard for the match and to have more than 20 points,” he said.
Mervin Mbakera, who was roped in last September as Tigers' caretaker coach, also has a humble approach to tonight's match.
“It is always important to respect your opponents. African beat log leaders Black Africa sometime back, so we have to be careful, avoid mistakes and be focused.
“Everyone is on par with what is expected of them. Each player is working hard to achieve our goal of reaching the top of the summit,” Mbakera said.
He added they are not happy with their current position on the log.
Tigers are currently in seventh place.
“Our position is not conducive, hence the fact that we are working hard and approaching each match as if it's our last.
“We are trying not to get overwhelmed and will manage the situation we are in,” Mbakera said.
The two clubs are both fighting to reach the upper-echelons of premier league, which is currently led by Black Africa, followed by Mighty Gunners.
In Wednesday's NPL match Eleven Arrows beat Blue Waters 2-1 in a coastal derby at the Kuisebmond Stadium. Tura Magic were scheduled to play log leaders Black Africa last night at the Sam Nujoma Stadium.
LIMBA MUPETAMI
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