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Tanzania's Taifa Stars drew with Zambia in a dramatic AFCON clash, despite an early lead and playing against a ten-man opposition.
Tanzania national team interim head coach Hemed Suleiman has candidly reflected on the recent draw against Zambia in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d'Ivoire 2023, attributing the outcome to a momentary lapse in concentration.
In a game that held high stakes for both teams, Tanzania seized an early advantage. Simon Msuva, assisted by Mbwana Samatta, found the back of the net in the 11th minute, setting a positive tone for the Taifa Stars.
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However, as the match progressed, Suleiman observed a shift in his team's focus.
"It was a difficult match. We started well by trying to push them. Then we quickly scored in the first quarter of an hour. But unfortunately, we were already trying to manage the match in the first half," he explained.
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Suleiman's insights point to an overemphasis on defense following their early lead, a strategy that may have inadvertently allowed Zambia to regain footing.
"I knew this team. We followed them and analyzed them well. In football, teams with 10 players are often more dangerous. And we lacked concentration. Which cost us a goal in the last minute," he added, highlighting the unexpected resilience shown by Zambia, even after captain Roderick Kabwe's red card just before halftime.
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Despite being reduced to ten men, Zambia's Chipolopolo demonstrated remarkable grit.
Forward Patson Daka’s equalizer in the dying minutes of the match was a testament to their tenacity, bringing the score level and blunting Tanzania's early momentum.
Looking ahead, Tanzania faces a crucial encounter against DR Congo in their last group match at Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium.
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With a point already in their kitty, a victory in this fixture could secure them a spot in the knockout stages.
Understanding the stakes, Suleiman has promised a more concentrated effort.
"We were going for 3 points but we are going to take the point. It's football. We have a young team that continues to learn and progress game after game. Some players fell physically today but we will work on that. And certainly in the next match, we will be even better," he assured.
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