After battling to a barren draw in their FKF Premier League opener, Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere has opened up about the thorough preparations that went into securing a point against AFC Leopards.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Mombasa-based side travelled away to face the Kenyan giants in a league match played on Wednesday, 14 October, at Police Sacco Stadium.Tens of millions FKF will receive from CAF's annual fundingDespite being second-best on the day, the Dockers demonstrated remarkable character, limiting a majority of Leopards’ attack and ensuring the match ended in a goalless draw.Speaking after the encounter, Okere revealed the homework that went into banking what he termed a point gained rather than two lost.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027931##“We had watched and analysed their matches and knew that they were always on top of their game for the opening 30 minutes. It is something we had studied, and so the plan was to deny them space, especially in wide areas where Kinyanjui (James) and Sichenje (Ronald) were operating from at that time,” said Okere.Gor Mahia head coach provides update on suspended Harambee Stars duoAs expected, Leopards were playing with a high tempo in the opening 20 minutes, and created several chances but were well contained by a solid defense as well as excellent goalkeeping from Joseph Ochuka.Okere also took time to explain his second-half substitutions, including the introduction of former Kariobangi Sharks man Izzadin Ramadhan and the experienced Said Tsuma.##NAJAVA_MECA_10027911##“In the second half, we were a bit open and tried to hit them on the counter-attack, but it did not yield much fruit. We then brought on ball players to help us keep possession in their half,” he added.Having finished a disappointing 12th last season, the former Tusker FC tactician also disclosed the source of his confidence in registering a better campaign.AFC Leopards head coach picks positives from opening draw against Bandari“We want to be among the teams challenging for the title this season. I believe that with the quality and experience of both the players and the technical bench that we have, we will be able to do well,” he remarked.
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