This archive report was first published on 11 September 2019.
Kenyan football team Bandari FC has arrived in Nairobi ahead of their crucial match against Tunisian side US Ben Guerdane in the CAF Confederations Cup on Sunday at Kasarani Stadium.
The team, led by coach Bernard Mwalala, has been camping in Nairobi for four days to prepare for the match, which they hope to win and gain an advantage in the return leg.
Bandari FC knocked out Sudanese side Al Ahly Shandy in the preliminary round of the CAF Confederations Cup, and they are now looking to take on the Tunisian side and advance to the group stages.
According to team manager Wilson Oburu, the team is taking the match seriously and is determined to win. 'We are taking this clash seriously and we shall not be pushovers. We know our opponents are strong but our focus is to win the Sunday match to gain an added advantage in the return leg,' Oburu said.
Bandari FC has a strong team, with experienced players including captain Felly Mulumba, William Wardi, Wycliffe Ochomo, David King'atua, Dan Otewa, Fred Nkata, and Siraj Mohammed. The team has also made new signings, including goalkeeper Justin Ndikumana and Cliff Kasuti, who have fitted well into the team.
The return match is set for Tunis on September 27, and Bandari FC is looking to make a strong impression in the CAF Confederations Cup.
