Relentless Gor Mahia force hapless Police into tactical retreat

Relentless Gor Mahia force hapless Police into tactical retreat

Mark Kinyanjui 11:00 - 01.05.2024

The cops have gone back to the drawing board and devised fresh plans after fruitless pursuit of K'Ogalo.

Kenya Police head coach, Salim Babu, has seemingly conceded defeat in the title race against Gor Mahia, despite trailing by a mere nine points in second place as the FKFPL championship competition intensifies.

 The home stretch promises to be a battleground as teams vie for the coveted title.

In a stunning display of prowess, Police triumphed over Sofapaka with a resounding 4-0 victory in the quarter-finals of the FKF Cup, held at the illustrious Dandora Stadium last Saturday. 

This impressive win has propelled them into the semi-finals, where they are set to clash with AFC Leopards in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.

Babu, addressing the press after their triumph, left no room for ambiguity

 "We have made it clear: This is our trophy. No more than that. We will die on that hill and that hill alone." His confidence radiated as he declared, "I am very confident that we are already in the final, so I have no problem."

The coach's unwavering determination to secure the cup was palpable in his words: "We want this cup. We will maintain our position in the league. 

Winning the league would be a bonus bonus but for this one, we will go all in for it. If we win this Mozzart Cup, I am sure that we will get continental football next year."

Despite the immense pressure that typically accompanies such high-stakes competitions, Babu appeared unruffled, attributing his calm demeanor to the unbeaten streak since assuming leadership at Police, succeeding Zdravko Logarusic.

 "I have no pressure. The only thing that was giving me some pressure was the players that were not getting a lot of game time," he confessed.

Nevertheless, Babu acknowledged grappling with selection dilemmas due to the abundance of talent at his disposal that hasn't been utilized to its fullest potential. 

"I have no pressure. The only thing that was giving me some pressure was the players that were not getting a lot of game time. So if I give them a little motivation, it will help us moving forward," he conceded.

As the championship race heats up and the stakes escalate, Babu's unwavering determination and strategic approach underscore Police's formidable presence in both the league and cup competitions.

With their eyes firmly set on the prize, they are poised to make a resounding statement on the footballing landscape, igniting hopes of continental glory among fans and players alike.

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