Twiga Stars, time is now – turn setback into strength

TANZANIA: TWIGA Stars, as you prepare for your opening match against Mali on Monday, let the recent defeat to Morocco in a friendly not discourage you. Instead, see it for what it truly is a lesson.

A chance to recognise what needs improvement, to fill the gaps and to step forward with greater purpose. Sometimes, it is in defeat that we learn the most. This year marks Tanzania’s second appearance at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations a return after 15 long years since 2010. That was then. This is now. And this is your moment.

Back in 2010, Twiga exited at the group stage. The experience was valuable, though the result reminded us how far you still had to go. Now, you return better prepared, more united and with the hunger to make history. You carry the confidence not just of champions, but of a team that has earned its place.

At the CECAFA Women’s Senior Championship, you proved just how capable you are winning every match and not conceding a single goal. That speaks volumes about your discipline, focus and determination. You have grown, matured and shown what Tanzanian women’s football is capable of achieving.

This tournament is no easy stage. The competition will be fierce and the pressure immense. But you have shown that you belong among Africa’s elite. You have the skill, the spirit and the heart to rise to the occasion.

Every minute you play, every ball you chase and every goal you fight for carries the dreams of a nation. From Dar es Salaam to Kigoma, from Mwanza to Mtwara, millions stand with you cheering you on, proud of how far you’ve come and hopeful for how far you’ll go.

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Let the memory of 2010 inspire you. Let every challenge fuel your fire. Let every setback sharpen your focus. You are not just participants you are contenders. You are pioneers.

So, Twiga Stars, go forward with pride. Be bold. Be brave. Play with heart. And above all, make Tanzania proud.