Focus and Confidence
Semi Final Preparation Against ZiwanaAnara, Eraman - The Soracanian football fans has to be proud of their team after defeating host nation, Eraman, in quarter final of 3rd Melayu Archipelago Cup. The result was an overwhelmingly tight with 9 goals scored during the match (larger than Pemecutan vs Labuan and Cempaka minus the penalty shootout). But the real obstacle has come. Entering Semi Final, Soracana has to meet Ziwana who in quarter final defeating Singgahmata by 1-0. Although Ziwana only win by one goal but the team journey in the competition is something to be look upon. Ziwana was one of only 2 teams in group stage that scored perfect point with 4 wins. The highlighted match was when the team able to defeat Zeniyadh, last edition champion and crushed the team dream to advance further.
"Well, Ziwana is not ordinary team. They already showed their great performance during the group stage and it is a possibility that they will shine again," says Padangadak, Soracana Football Team Head Coach.
Meets when their practicing for the semi final later this night, Padangadak just wants his players to stay focus and play carefully. He don't want his players to get a fine or card during the match. Something that he always reminded to his players is that they all have to have confidence in themselves. Padangadak also gives penalty practice to his players.
"It is something that we need to practice when we entering knockout stage. A penalty shootout is a possibility to determine who will win. So the practice is an important part," added Padangadak.
Tonight, Soracana Islands will face Ziwana at Anara Stadium, Anara, the capital city of Eraman for one ticket to Final.