DYNAMOS technical director Aristica Cioaba has warned his players against losing focus ahead of their final Castle Lager Premier Soccer League assignment, insisting that securing a top-four finish will require a strong finish to the campaign.
The Harare giants moved to 55 points after edging already-relegated Manica Diamonds 1-0 at Rufaro, yesterday, with Leeroy Mavunga scoring the decisive goal shortly after the restart.
But Cioaba believes there is still work to be done, particularly with traditional rivals CAPS United also competing for fourth place.
“You know, it’s clear now, two teams are fighting for the number four, that is CAPS United and Dynamos. Our team needs confidence, our team needs focus and trust,” said Cioaba.
Dynamos will now turn their attention to their final league match against FC Hunters, with Cioaba acknowledging that the encounter will present a difficult challenge.
“It’s possible to win the last game, but it’s not easy. We play a good opponent, FC Hunters. It’s a good team but we need to continue to be serious with the job going into the last game and try to win the game and finish according to our plan,” he said.
Cioaba made several changes to his side against Manica Diamonds, handing starting opportunities to Nathan Mutasa and Witness Shave, while Raymond Kundasi made his senior debut.
Mavunga’s goal proved decisive in a match that produced few clear-cut opportunities, with Dynamos forward Ben Sidibe missing an earlier chance after being set up by the eventual Man of the Match.
For Manica Diamonds, the defeat was their 20th of the season following their relegation.
