Croatian coach Krunoslav Jurčić, head coach of Egypt’s Pyramids FC, stated that the match against Morocco’s AS FAR in the CAF Champions League will be extremely tough and intense. He emphasized that AS FAR is a strong and prestigious team in African football with significant continental experience. However, he also highlighted that Pyramids FC has players with great experience, strong motivation, and a clear desire to continue their journey to the final after reaching this crucial stage in the tournament.
Pyramids FC will host AS FAR at Air Defense Stadium at 19:00 GMT in the first leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-finals.
During the pre-match press conference, Jurčić mentioned that he has closely analyzed multiple matches of AS FAR and is well aware of their strengths and weaknesses. He stressed that his team will work to exploit these weaknesses, relying on the excellent players in his squad who have the ability and determination to achieve success in all competitions. He also praised the great progress Pyramids FC has made in the tournaments they are competing in this season.
Jurčić pointed out that Pyramids FC is playing in multiple competitions this season within a tight schedule, which requires careful management. He emphasized the importance of keeping the players motivated and ready for the challenges ahead. Despite the busy schedule, he expressed his delight that the team has not suffered major injuries, and all players are fully fit for the match against AS FAR. He stated that they are eager to win and secure a result that will make the second leg in Morocco more manageable.
The coach acknowledged that AS FAR has more continental experience compared to Pyramids FC, which is participating in the CAF Champions League for only the second time. While Pyramids FC has experienced players, he pointed out that there is a difference between club experience and individual player experience. However, he strongly believes in his team’s ability to win, deliver a strong performance, and achieve a result that ensures qualification to the semi-finals, keeping their CAF Champions League dream alive
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