
CAFCC: Shumah ready for mission impossible in Benghazi
Reading Time: 2min | Mon. 21.08.23. | 16:15
Homeboyz need a win or a scoring draw to progress to the next level
Kakamega Homeboyz forward Moses Shumah has pledged to use the experience gained with Harambee Stars in the Four Nations tournament in Mauritius to help the club register a win in the return leg of the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round against Libya’s Al Hilal Benghazi.
Shumah, made himself a name in the Four Nations tournament held in June in Mauritius, as he netted the match-winning goal against Pakistan on his debut in the national team.
He also featured in the subsequent duel against Mauritius that 1-0 in favour of the host.
With Homeboyz hoping to defy the odds and secure a win or a scoring draw away to Hilal, Shumah says the experience in the Four Nations tournament as well that gained by training next to Stars captain Michael Olunga will come in handy in Benghazi.
Homeboyz, failed to capitalize on home advantage and secure a convincing win in the first leg held last weekend at the Nyayo National Stadium. The game ended in a barren draw.
“Inexperience cost us in the first leg as some of us had never been at such a stage. We picked valuable lessons and gauged ourselves as well. Personally, I fancy scoring goals in the second leg and see my team through to the next round. The experience I have gathered from the league and national team will play a role in delivering in Benghazi,” said the forward.
Shumah who was named the Mozzart Bet Cup’s Most Valuable Player reckons that Hilal are beatable in front of their fans. The match will be played this weekend.
He pointed out at Hilal’s sluggish defence and lack of endurance as some of the weaknesses they intend to pounce on in Benghazi.
“We have analyzed last weekend’s match and realized some of the areas we should capitalize on and score. They are beatable,” said the Laiser Hill High School product.
When asked on Hilal’s strengths, Shumah highlighted their lethal nature in taking chances and managing time.
“They are very sharp in the final third. They are also smart and know how to manage the game and time,” he added










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