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Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong><\/span>Zetech Sparks coach Benard Kitolo reckons their match against Gaspo at the Gems Cambridge on Saturday will be a tough nut to crack. However, Kitolo said their perfect start to the season has installed belief in the team.<\/p>\n

Sparks have managed four points from two matches. The varsity side drew 2-2 with Ulinzi Starlets in the season opener before outclassing Wadadia 3-0. Kitolo maintained midfield superiority will key in determining the winner.<\/p>\n

Sparks welcome back attacker Fridaus Abdalla, who has recovered from a knee problem in time for the match after sitting out the win against Wadadia. Abdalla scored a screamer in the 2-2 pulsating draw with the Joseph Mwanza’s Ulinzi.<\/p>\n

“Matches against Gaspo are always tough. We respect them because of the quality they possess. We have had a good start to the season. We just hope to dominate the midfield, an area I feel will determine who wins.”<\/p>\n

“My players had an active break, under a program. Football is about 90 minutes and the girls ought to be focused throughout.”<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Kenya. Zetech Sparks coach Benard Kitolo reckons their match against Gaspo at the Gems Cambridge on Saturday will be a tough nut to crack. However, Kitolo said their perfect start to the season has installed belief in the team. Sparks have managed four points from two matches. 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