Noxolo Cesane wants Sundowns Ladies to strike early in Champions League final

Banyana Ba’ Style booked their place in the final following a convincing 4-1 victory over Uganda’s Kawempe Muslim Ladies in the semi-finals.

Speaking to SABC Sport, Cesane says they will need to carry the momentum from their previous outing into the final, with an early breakthrough helping them control proceedings.

“We need to make sure that we score early in the game, and that will help us to manage the game. If it happens that they come at us, at least we know that we are already leading. That will help us recover during the game,” said Cesane.

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The 26-year-old admits that their semi-final encounter was a tough contest despite the convincing scoreline, with both teams showing their determination to reach the final.

“I believe the game had high intensity. I don’t have much to say, but it shows that both teams wanted to secure a spot in the final. We had to stick to our game plan and remember the importance of chasing the third title. I am proud of my teammates that we delivered, and this is because we have been treating every game like it is the final,” added Cesane.

Cesane says the technical team’s instruction will be to maintain an attacking approach from the onset as they look to continue their impressive scoring form. She acknowledges that AS FAR will pose a difficult challenge but insists Sundowns are ready for the battle as they aim to bring the trophy back to South Africa.

“The coach instructed us to push forward. We need to score goals as early as possible to help manage the game. We do know that we are facing a tough team and it will not be easy, but we are ready to put up a strong fight and make sure that we bring the trophy home,” she expressed.