ADDIS ABABA: FOLLOWING their semi final defeat, Simba Queens’ head coach Juma Mgunda expressed disappointment but remains hopeful for future success in their coming new season campaigns.
Simba Queens faced a challenging semifinal match against Kenya’s Police Bullets FC, and despite a valiant effort, they fell short after a 3-2 loss.
Mgunda acknowledged the tough competition and noted that the early goal conceded due to a preventable mistake was a key moment.
“We conceded an early goal due to a mistake that we should have avoided.
Although we fought hard to equalise and take the lead, it wasn’t enough,” he said.
He praised his team’s resilience and fighting spirit, highlighting their strong performance in the second half.
“I’m proud of how we equalised and managed to take the lead.
Corazon Aquino’s performance was exceptional and the team’s determination was evident.
However, we fell short in the final moments of the game,” Mgunda added.
He also thanked the fans for their support throughout the tournament and promised to continue working hard.
“We will keep striving to achieve our goals and fight for the third position in the next match,” he concluded.
On the other hand, Police Bullets assistant coach Hussein Habib commended his team’s performance and resilience.
“We knew it would be a tough challenge against Simba Queens, but our players showed incredible determination and composure under pressure,” he said.
“Even when Simba Queens took the lead, we maintained our focus and pushed forward, which ultimately paid off.”
Habib highlighted the victory as a testament to the players’ hard work and dedication.
“I’m delighted with how the team executed our game plan and secured a spot in the final.
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We have one more game to go, and with the spirit and teamwork we’ve shown, I believe we can achieve our goal of rep resenting the CECAFA zone in the CAF Women’s Champions League.”
This will be the first time Police Bullets advance to the final, where they will face the hosts, CBE FC of Ethiopia, who defeated Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC 2-1 in the second semifinal.
The winner of the tournament will represent the CECAFA zone in the CAF Women’s Champions League.
While CBE battles with Police Bullets in the final, Simba Queens will compete against Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC for third place.