Papy Kimoto Leads Maniema Union to Face AS FAR in CAF-C1
Papy Kimoto, the coach of L’As Maniema Union, is gearing up to lead his team in a crucial matchup against the Moroccan team, AS FAR, on Saturday, January 4th, in the 4th round of the CAF Champions League. With three points from three matches so far, Kimoto and his players are determined to secure a positive result in this upcoming game.
Preparations and Ambitions for the Match
In an interview with ACTUALITÉ.CD, Kimoto expressed his team’s ambition to not only avoid jeopardizing their chances of advancing to the next round but also to secure a win or at least a draw. He mentioned that the team is already en route to Morocco to acclimate themselves, emphasizing the importance of being well-prepared for the match.
“We are already on our way to Morocco to acclimate ourselves because we did not intend to be there late. We will have a big week to prepare for this match here in Morocco. So far, no one has beaten us, and we remain determined. We have a lot of ambition for this match and the remaining ones, aiming to not compromise our potential qualification for the next round,” Kimoto stated.
Chasing Qualification and Current Standings
In the previous encounter between the two teams, Maniema Union suffered a 1-1 draw at home against AS FAR. To keep their hopes alive for advancing in the competition, the Congolese team must deliver a strong performance in the upcoming match.
As of now, Maniema Union sits in the third position in Group B with 3 points, just ahead of Raja Casablanca from Morocco, who has 1 point. Meanwhile, AS FAR and Mamelodi Sundonws hold the top two spots with 5 points each.
Kimoto’s Optimism and Determination
Despite the challenges faced by Maniema Union, Papy Kimoto remains optimistic and determined to lead his team to success. He emphasized the importance of maintaining their undefeated record and expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance leading up to the crucial match.
As the showdown with AS FAR approaches, all eyes will be on Kimoto and his players as they strive to secure a positive result and keep their CAF-C1 campaign alive. The journey to Morocco represents a significant opportunity for Maniema Union to showcase their talent and determination on the continental stage. Stay tuned for the exciting developments in this high-stakes clash of football titans.