San Pedro head coach Hassen Bellil has expressed confidence in his side ahead of their CAF Champions League encounter against Rivers United.
The Ivorian outfit will host the Nigerian side in the first leg of their preliminary round tie at the Laurent Pokou Stadium in San Pedro on Saturday (today).
The match is scheduled to kick off at 4pm local time (5pm Nigeria time).
San Pedro recently returned to Côte d’Ivoire after completing a training tour in Tunisia as part of their preparations for the continental fixture.
Bellil revealed that his technical crew have carefully studied Rivers United and believes his players are well prepared for the challenge.
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“Like all teams, we watched Rivers United’s games. We studied the team with our analysis unit,” Bellil told a press conference on Friday.
“We know they are a good and experienced team. They are a solid side, but we have prepared well to face them.”
Bellil also highlighted the work his side has put in ahead of the crucial continental encounter.
“We have prepared very well for this African campaign. We held a training camp in Tunisia, where we played several high-level matches,” Bellil added.
“Since returning to Abidjan, we have continued with the same intensity. We are ready to give everything, defend our chances and secure qualification for the second round of the CAF Champions League.”
***By Adeboye Amosu ***
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