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AFTER the low-key Battle of Zimbabwe, the capital is bracing itself for probably the worst Harare Derby in history.
That is, in terms of attendance.
There were less than 3000 fans for the DeMbare showdown against Highlanders at the National Sports Stadium two weeks ago.
It’s very likely there will be fewer fans at the giant stadium for the Harare Derby on Sunday.
Despite all this, CAPS United coach, Lloyd Chitembwe, believes they are going to have a good game.
“The players are in high spirits,” he said, after what has been a miserable season for the Green Machine.
“They have shown the right desire to play this game with the intention to try and win it.
“What is more important is the mindset of the players and the boys look very focused.”
He added:
“As a coach, you ought to respect these kind of games as they are very important.
“It’s not a secret that we went through hell this season. “We now want to show our capacity in the last game of the season.
“We want to atone for our wrongs for the entire season.
“So, we will be trying to put smiles on the faces of our fans. “This is one game that literally has nothing at stake other than the historical significance behind this match.”
Chitembwe believes the dead rubber will see players expressing themselves more as there will be less pressure on them.
“There is less pressure and it is generating less interest even from the fans.
“It will give players room to express themselves as they tend to express themselves more with less pressure on their side. “But, I think, it will be a good game of football,” he said.
He saluted the fans for standing with the club during difficult times.
“The fans stood by the team,” he said.
“It’s not about individuals as I feel the team is bigger than mere individuals.
“They stood by the team and I am confident it will be crucial for the next season.
“They deserve a very special mention as the moral support was very key, “ he said.
Online Reporter