Speaking about the importance of this match Gaffer Mateus Costa said, “This is a very important phase of the tournament; we cannot afford any slip ups here.”
He added, “We have been working hard in training and the boys have been able to produce some exceptional performances in the previous matches, we want to keep the momentum going.”
Speaking about the training Gaffer mentioned, “We have had a long break after our previous match, this has given us more time to reflect upon ourselves. The mood within the camp has been fantastic and the boys are eager to get out and play.”
Gaffer also mentioned “We are currently playing as a well oiled unit, the understanding within the team has improved and we will keep working on making it better.”
The major concern for Sporting Goa will be the fitness of their inform striker Victorino Fernandes, who suffered a knock in the previous match after scoring a brace. On a positive note Sporting Goa have most of the other key players available for tomorrows clash and will be hoping to continue where they left off in the previous match.