Shabana FC head coach Ahmed Fathi has defended his side’s goal-shy start to the FKF Premier League season, noting that the Glamour Boys have faced tough opposition in their opening matches.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsSpeaking after Shabana battled to a barren draw against AFC Leopards on Sunday, 25 October, the Egyptian tactician praised his players’ spirited second-half display at Nyayo Stadium, despite missing out on all three points.Addressing concerns over the team’s early form, Fathi urged supporters and critics to consider the quality of opposition Shabana has faced so far.##NAJAVA_MECA_10066897##The Gusii-based side opened their campaign with a 1-0 victory before being held to draws by Nairobi United and AFC Leopards in their subsequent matches.“We leave the game with our heads up. We did well against a strong team and managed everything well. We were the best team in the second half, and for me, it was three points for my players,” he said.“I think you have to consider the teams we have come up against. We have played three tough games against big teams. Nairobi United were a strong team. Early title pressure mounts on Leopards after missed penalty costs them against ShabanaWe have failed to score because we are facing strong teams. It has not been for a lack of trying; we have tried,” Fathi added.The coach also defended his side’s style of play, insisting that the team remained committed to entertaining supporters despite the recent struggles in front of goal.Fathi reiterated that Shabana are in the early stages of a long-term rebuilding project centred on developing new talent, urging supporters to remain patient as the recruits adjust to the demands of top-flight football.##NAJAVA_MECA_10066833##“I enjoyed the game. You look at the attendance, and it is a massive team with fans, and we have to understand the situation. I said we are building a team. We have started with some unknown players, but look at what you are seeing. It is a project; we have to take it step by step. We will not rush it, and you will see the results in the end.”Tore Bobe will now look to turn their promising performances into victories as the campaign progresses, with the Egyptian confident that his young squad will continue to improve.Why Manoah is confident in Kakamega Homeboyz ending Gor Mahia's unbeaten startThe draw leaves the Glamour Boys fifth in the standings with five points from their opening three matches.
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