Tanzania’s national amputee football team, Tembo Warriors, is banking on a strong comeback when they face Uganda tomorrow in the ongoing CECAFA Amputee Football Championship in Burundi.
The Tanzanian side began their campaign on the wrong footing, falling 2-0 to Kenya in their opening fixture.
But captain Bashra Alombile insists the defeat has given the team valuable lessons as they shift focus to securing maximum points in their second outing.
“Football is a game of mistakes, and we have accepted the first result. Our minds are now set on the Uganda match, and we are determined to push for a win because our qualification depends on it,” said Alombile.
He noted that the technical bench has already identified weaknesses from the opening game and provided instructions to address them, stressing that the responsibility now lies with players to execute on the pitch.
Alombile also appealed for support from Tanzanians living in Burundi, saying a strong turnout in the stands would boost the team’s confidence and morale.
Success in this tournament will be vital for Tanzania, as the best-performing teams will earn tickets to the African Amputee Football Championship, which serves as a stepping stone to global competition.
