By Andrew Ndhlovu
Silver Strikers Head Coach, Peter Mponda, is optimistic that his team will emerge victorious in tomorrow’s crucial league match against Mighty Wanderers at the country’s soccer meca, Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre.
A win for the Bankers will secure the league title, and Mponda is confident that his team will not disappoint.
“We are aware of Wanderers’ desperation to get points and keep their league hopes alive,” Mponda said.
“However, we believe in our abilities and are prepared to face the challenge.”
Silver Strikers are yet to taste defeat in the league and will need to maintain their momentum to claim the title.
Mponda anticipates a tough encounter against Wanderers, who are fighting to keep their league hopes alive.
“We expect a very tough game,” Mponda admitted. “We know how good Wanderers are, and we are aware of their desperation for points. However, we are prepared for the challenge and the atmosphere tomorrow.”
Meanwhile, Wanderers Team Manager, Bob Mpinganjira, insists that the league is not yet over and that his team will fight until the end.
The current league standings have Silver Strikers at the top with 61 points from 27 games, while the Nomads are in second position with 54 points from the same number of games.