Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies coach Jerry Tshabalala remains optimistic as his team prepares for a decisive CAF Women’s Champions League group stage clash against Edo Queens. Tshabalala believes his side will make necessary adjustments quickly to secure their spot in the semi-finals, following their resounding 4-0 victory over Central Bank of Ethiopia (CBE).
The victory against CBE restored confidence in Sundowns Ladies after their unexpected 1-0 loss to debutants FC Masar in their opening game. However, Tshabalala acknowledged that there is still work to be done to elevate the team’s performance to their usual high standards. “It was important for us to bounce back strong. We started on a negative note and needed to redeem ourselves,” Tshabalala noted.
Despite the dominant win, the coach expressed concern over certain aspects of his team’s play, emphasizing the need for improvement. “Credit must go to CBE; I think they are a good side despite us getting four goals. We appreciate the victory, but there are a few things that I am not happy with about our play. We still have a few things to fix,” he stated.
Sundowns Ladies now face Group B leaders Edo Queens, who played a 0-0 draw in their second match against FC Masar. The Nigerian side has shown resilience, setting up what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Tshabalala is determined to ensure his team is ready for the challenge as they chase a record third title in four years.
Saturday’s match is a make-or-break moment for Sundowns Ladies, who hope to defend their CAF Women’s Champions League title. With a quick tactical adjustment and the motivation to reclaim their dominance, Tshabalala’s side is poised to rise to the occasion as the game kick's off by 6pm (NGN time) on Saturday.
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