Cape Coast, Ghana – Medeama SC head coach, Augustine Addotey, remained optimistic and focused on the bigger picture, despite his team’s narrow 1-0 loss to Asko De Kara from Togo. Addotey emphasized that the result was not the priority at this stage, but rather assessing the team’s cohesion, fitness levels, and game plan. He also expressed the need for high-profile games to further test and strengthen his team ahead of their upcoming CAF Champions League clash against Remo Stars from Nigeria on August 20th.
Speaking in a post-match interview, Coach Addotey acknowledged the quality of Asko De Kara as a formidable opponent. He commended their performance and recognized that losing to a good team was a valuable learning experience for his players. However, he stressed that their focus was on evaluating other aspects of the team’s performance, such as their overall cohesiveness on the pitch.
“We want to see how well our players are working together, building that sense of unity. This match allowed us to assess our fitness levels and see how effectively our game plan was being executed,” Addotey explained.
Medeama SC utilized the friendly encounter against Asko De Kara as part of their meticulous preparation for their upcoming CAF Champions League game against Remo Stars. Addotey acknowledged the importance of high-profile games in providing his team with the necessary challenge and exposure to refine their strategies and identify areas that require improvement.
Despite the narrow defeat, Coach Addotey maintained unwavering confidence in his team. He expressed his belief in their abilities and highlighted that the result of this particular match was not indicative of their overall potential.
“We lost this game, but that does not dampen our belief in what this team can achieve. It is all about learning and growing from these experiences,” Addotey affirmed.
The loss to Asko De Kara served as a valuable opportunity for Medeama SC to assess their strengths and weaknesses, identify areas that require adjustment, and build upon their cohesion as a unit. Coach Addotey’s positive mindset and unwavering belief in his team will undoubtedly motivate and inspire his players as they continue their journey in the CAF Champions League.
As Medeama SC prepares for their upcoming clash against Remo Stars, the team is determined to maintain their focus, learn from their encounters, and fine-tune their strategies to achieve success on the continental stage. With Coach Addotey leading the way, the Phobians remain resolute in their pursuit of glory and are poised to make a strong impact in the CAF Champions League.
