Azam FC captain Lusajo Mwaikenda has appealed to the club’s leadership to strengthen the squad ahead of next season, with a focus on building a team capable of competing effectively on both domestic and international fronts.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with The Respondent Online, Mwaikenda underscored the importance of making timely and strategic player signings to address gaps exposed during the current campaign.
“As the season draws to a close, we are urging our management to assess areas that need improvement and bring in reinforcements,” he said.
“We need a stronger and more balanced squad that can rise to the demands of top-level competition.”he added
Mwaikenda commended the management’s long-term vision but noted that achieving tangible results would require concrete planning and execution.
“We know our leaders are ambitious and have clear goals, but we also need practical steps to match those ambitions on the pitch,” he added.
Reflecting on the 2024/25 season, the defender admitted that the club had fallen short of its objectives, missing out on major silverware and exiting early from continental competitions.
“Unfortunately, we’ve not achieved our targets this season we missed out on the NBC Premier League, the FA Cup, and our run in international tournaments ended prematurely,” Mwaikenda said.
“That’s why it's crucial to invest in the right talent and fix the issues that held us back.”he added
Azam FC, one of the country’s football powerhouses, will be looking to bounce back next season with renewed focus and determination.
