{"id":68413,"date":"2024-05-10T17:49:09","date_gmt":"2024-05-10T17:49:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/sunrise-eye-pirates-scalp-in-nfa-cup"},"modified":"2024-05-10T17:57:19","modified_gmt":"2024-05-10T17:57:19","slug":"sunrise-eye-pirates-scalp-in-nfa-cup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/sunrise-eye-pirates-scalp-in-nfa-cup","title":{"rendered":"Sunrise eye Pirates’ scalp in NFA Cup"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>Sunrise FC head coach Petrus Nangombe has boldly claimed that his team posseses the capabilities to overcome Dolam-based outfit Orlando Pirates in their eagerly-awaited round of 32 clash in the NFA PstBet Cup this weekend.<\/p>\n

The two teams are set to clash tomorrow at Grootfontein\u2019s Omulunga Stadium, with the match scheduled to kick off at 14h00. Nangombe, preparing his squad for a daunting encounter against the Katutura giants, spoke of their journey to this stage, pointing out that their presence in the last-32 was no stroke of luck.<\/p>\n

They had demonstrated their capability by overcoming some of the strongest opponents in the first and second divisions.<\/p>\n

Acknowledging the strength of their opponent, Nangombe expressed confidence in his team\u2019s ability to cause an upset against the now-relegated Orlando Pirates. \u201cI am fully aware of the formidable opponent we are up against, and we respect their history. However, we\u2019ve prepared meticulously, earned our spot in the last-32, and I firmly believe we can upset Orlando Pirates,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, James Britz, the head coach of Orlando Pirates, acknowledged the challenge posed by facing a second division team. He stressed the importance of preparation, noting the heightened motivation of lower-division teams when pitted against premier league sides.<\/p>\n

\u201cNo football game is easy; it all comes down to preparation. Facing a lower-division team can be tricky, as they are highly-motivated to prove themselves. However, we are equally motivated for this encounter,\u201d Britz affirmed.<\/p>\n

Action will be played at two venues this weekend, namely Unam Stadium and Omulunga Stadium. In the capital, Unam Stadium will see games starting at 12h00, featuring a clash between Swakopmund FC and defending champions Civics.<\/p>\n

Following that, coastal outfit Eleven Arrows will lock horns with 2022 NFA Cup runner-ups Mighty Gunners at 14h00. Action will continue at 16h00 when Chula Chula face off against Blue Waters in what promises to be a riveting match.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, at Omulunga Stadium, proceedings kick off at 10h00 with a showdown between Unam and LK United, followed by Oryza Savita FC battling it out against Gerros Uri-khob FA at 12h00.<\/p>\n

Later in the day, Further Fighters will go head-to-head with Okakarara Young Warriors at 16h00, concluding with a match between Air Masters FC and Life Fighters at 18h00.<\/p>\n

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