Sofapaka assistant coach Paul Ogai has noted that the prolonged pre-season has handed the club sufficient time to prepare adequately for the new campaign.The season that is set to kick off this weekend was initially set to start in August but a number of issues among them is the General Elections and the sorry state of governance of the game by then saw the dates pushed forward.Ogai who joined Sofapaka in August from National Super League side Kibera Black Stars said the months of preparation have given the team the space and time to polish everything in readiness for the term.##NAJAVA_MECA_6806369##“The season is finally here with us, and we are excited about it since it’s been a long wait and a tedious one in regards to preparation. Nonetheless, it has been a good time as we have had enough time to get ready for the new campaign. Since joining the team, I must admit we have a well-composed team full of experienced and upcoming young players who I have a lot of confidence are up to the task,” he told the club website.Bandari to decide on banned IsuzaWhen asked on his take regarding the fixtures released last week, the former Western Stima gaffer said the club stands a chance of garnering points should they embrace the match at a time approach. Sofapaka will open the season with a trip down to the coast where they are scheduled to play Bandari.“The fixtures that were released last week look tough on paper, but there is never a tough or easy fixture. It will be all about one match at a time because I believe we are in good shape to successfully compete. “Our opening match at the coast will definitely be a tough encounter, but I am confident we will collect maximum points because we have prepared well,” he said.With Sofapaka still waiting for their second league gong, the former Coastal Heroes boss assured the fans that they will strive to deliver a silverware in the new campaign.Ten FKFPL players who need to redeem themselves in 2022/23 seasonThe tactician acknowledged that the club punched below its weight in the past campaign but promised to deliver a title at the end of the season.“I understand the team did not perform up to expectations last season since it was a look-warm performance. Our fans and all the stakeholders who love the club deserve better, and I would like to assure them that we have a task to do and that we will definitely get the job done. The lads are set for the season, and the only part remaining is the 12th man. “I urge our fans to turn out in numbers to support the team in helping us realize our objective this season,” he added.
