Pitso Mosimane ecstatic following Al Ahly’s historic victory in the Congo

Al Ahly head coach Pitso Mosimane has hailed his players following the emphatic 3-0 victory over AS Vita Club in their CAF Champions League clash in Kinshasa, DR Congo.

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The Egyptian giants started their group stage campaign in winning fashion after beating Al-Merrikh 3-0 at home.

However, two disappointing results followed as they lost to Simba SC away, before drawing with AS Vita Club at home.

The results left them third in Group A left with four points, behind AS Vita Club on goal difference, which meant a win in Kinshasa was vital if they wanted to continue their journey in defence of their title.

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And that is exactly what Pitso Mosimane’s men did, thanks to goals from Mohamed Sherif, Mohamed Magdy Afsha, and Taher Mohamed Taher.

Speaking after the match, Pitso Mosimane said, “Football is a lesson for us and everyone in dealing with opponents.

“In Cairo, we created more than 20 chances but we did not score. Today, we had a few chances and scored three goals, you have to wait for success and luck.

“There are those who talked poorly about Al Ahly. We accept criticism, and it is natural for a coach of a team of size as Al Ahly to be criticised.

“I have full confidence in the players. I don’t say this because we won, but I said the same thing after the previous match.

“Yes, this is not the best generation in the history of the club, but this generation is wonderful and distinguished. They have a strong personality and won trophies and clinched the bronze medal in the Club World Cup. I trust this group.

“The second half, I modified the way of playing because I expected the pressure of the Vita Club players as they are 2-0 down, as well as the presence of their fans.

“These matters would have affected them in the second-half and therefore their pressure would have been greater.

“I tried to take advantage of the spaces behind their defence and play on the counter, and we succeeded and scored the third goal.

“AS Vita Club is side that should be respected and always play well inside and outside of their stadium,” Pitso Mosimane added.

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