Football club TP Mazembe faced a disappointing draw in the Champions League semi-final against Nacional Al Ahly SC at their Kamalondo compound on April 20, 2024. The team’s coach, Lamine Ndiaye, expressed his dissatisfaction with his team’s performance during the post-match press conference. Ndiaye did not hold back in his assessment of the match, highlighting his disappointment with the players.
Ndiaye criticized his team’s poor start in the game, stating, “Very disappointed because we didn’t play the match we needed to. We got off to a very bad start in this match, obviously the stakes were tense for some boys. We didn’t recognize them on the ground.” He specifically targeted the midfield for being non-existent in the first half, lacking presence in recovery and making frequent ball losses.
Despite the draw, Ndiaye acknowledged that his team was fortunate not to have conceded goals in the opening minutes, recognizing the quality of the reigning African champions, their opponents. He emphasized that the lackluster performance of his players did not meet their usual standards. Looking ahead to the next match, Ndiaye emphasized the importance of replicating the success they had against Petros Athletico, albeit acknowledging the challenge ahead.
In conclusion, Ndiaye’s disappointment following the crucial match in the title race was palpable in his words, pointing out his team’s shortcomings while giving credit to the opponent’s qualities. The lackluster performance serves as a warning to the players, urging them to push themselves to reach their objectives.
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