AFCON Tom Saintfiet Much Excited About Gambia’ Wonders At AFCON

Gambia coach Tom Saintfiet is proud of what the Scorpions have been performing at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon.

The Belgian coach intends to pursue the dream of lifting the trophy urging his players to fully take their chances in the quarterfinal against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon. And Gambia has everything to gain in this game.

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Saintfiet who leads the Scorpions for their first participation in a final phase of the AFCON, recounts the ambitions of an unexpected team.

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It is fantastic what is happening to us… Here, we beat Mauritania and Tunisia (1-0) and drew against Mali (1-1). It’s exceptional. Currently, we are in the quarterfinals after eliminating Guinea (1-0). It is simply a dream.” The coach told CAFOnline.com.

In truth, it is a process that started several years ago. We worked well for three and a half years… Everyone understands our way of working. I’m really very proud.” Saintfiet explained about their success at the AFCON.

It’s already fantastic to be in the African top 8. But when you’re there, it’s because you deserve it. We do not want our dream to end even if it is Cameroon, a great team and in addition it is the host country. We want to win this quarterfinal. We know it won’t be easy. Against Cameroon, all the players are available. It can help to get a good result. Cameroon are big favorites. We have to relax and play our football.” Concluded the coach.


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