Coach of Naija Ratel, Olowokere Olanrewaju Bankole shares his thoughts on the outcome of the NWFL Premiership opener between Naija Ratel FC vs Nasarawa Amazons.
“The match against Nasarawa Amazons is so painful because it is an opener and the first league match of the season,” he expresses.
“We lost at home in front of our fans and team supporters. So painful from that aspect, but at the same time, there are lessons to be learned.” Coach Bankole said in an exclusive interview with Sports 247.
Acknowledging the inevitability of mistakes in football, Bankole, adopting a realistic stance, identified them as essential to the game.
While expressing gratitude for his team’s effort, he candidly admitted their errors and underscored the critical nature of seizing the opponent’s mistakes.
Though desiring victory in the league opener, Bankole gracefully accepted the outcome and committed to learning from their mistakes.
In the quest for improvement, Bankole addresses certain distractions encountered during the match, notably from the officiating side.
However, he swiftly shifts focus, stating, “I don’t like complaining about officiating.
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It is left for those that assigned the appointment to the officials to look into it and assess their performance.
I just want to focus on my own side as a coach and look at where my players fell short and see how we can make corrections and move ahead.”
Not discouraged by the loss, Bankole asserted the team’s resilience, outlining a determined pursuit of lost points in upcoming matches.
He recognized the necessity for heightened efforts from the technical crew and players to secure positive outcomes and bring joy to team supporters.
Despite the initial setback, Bankole is resolute about the team’s ability to recover amidst the challenges.
Nevertheless, the team strives to uphold a positive attitude and prepare for the next game.
Recognizing Nasarawa Amazons as formidable opponents, Bankole admitted that a lack of seriousness at the game’s outset contributed to their defeat.
Navigating the early hurdles of the NWFL Premiership, Coach Bankole’s strategic vision signals a resilient and adaptable Naija Ratel FC, poised for the unfolding chapters of their football journey.
