As the anticipated clash between AmaZulu FC and Mamelodi Sundowns approaches in the DStv Premiership, AmaZulu’s coach, Pablo Franco Martin, has voiced strong sentiments regarding their previous encounter.
The teams are set to meet for the second time this season, with Sundowns aiming to solidify their top position, while AmaZulu seeks to ascend to the top half of the table.
Recollection of First Encounter
Reflecting on their first-round encounter, which ended in a 1-0 victory for Sundowns through a penalty by Ribeiro Costa, Martin contends that the outcome was determined “on the scoreboard.”
He challenges the fairness of the officiating, asserting that if decisions had been just, AmaZulu could have been the first team to defeat Sundowns in the current season.
Controversial Officiating Claims
Martin highlights specific incidents, asserting that the penalty awarded to Sundowns should not have been given, as AmaZulu’s Mbongeni Gumede was allegedly fouled earlier in the play.
Additionally, he claims that AmaZulu was denied a legitimate goal that could have secured victory for his team.
Confidence and Underdog Mentality
Despite the challenges faced in the previous encounter, Martin expresses confidence and adopts an underdog mentality ahead of the upcoming match.
He acknowledges the tough competition but believes in his team’s ability to give Sundowns a formidable challenge.
Martin emphasizes that AmaZulu will approach the game with motivation, aiming to deliver their best performance and potentially become the first team to defeat Sundowns in the current season.
In conclusion, Pablo Franco Martin’s comments reveal a coach determined to challenge the status quo and upset expectations in their encounter with Mamelodi Sundowns.
His critique of the fairness of officiating and the assertion that AmaZulu could have emerged victorious in the previous match adds an intriguing narrative to the upcoming fixture.
As both teams prepare for the showdown, Martin’s confidence and strategic approach will be closely observed in the quest for a positive result for AmaZulu.
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