Batu kawan: Imigresen FC (IFC) Head Coach Yusri Che Lah wants his team to fully utilise the three-week break before their match against Sabah FC on October 26 to fix weaknesses and restore the team’s confidence level. Yusri said the defeat to Selangor FC in today’s match was not the desired outcome but described it as an important lesson for a team currently in the formation phase.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Yusri expressed that the timing of the loss was appropriate for learning and improvement. He noted that the team faced a well-established opponent in the league, while IFC is still new and needs to exert maximum effort to compete. He also highlighted the injury issues affecting several players, emphasizing the need to restore the team’s confidence immediately. Yusri shared these insights during a press conference after the match ended at the Batu Kawan State Stadium.
Commenting on the match against Selangor FC, the 49-year-old former national player stated that the goal scored by his team should have been a catalyst for a comeback, but the momentum was lost when the opponent managed to score soon after. Yusri admitted that the fragility of the defence was the reason the Mighty Tigers squad was easily breached, and stressed that IFC cannot continue to lose points, especially with a large goal difference. He emphasized the need for the team to work harder by reviewing all their weaknesses and bouncing back to secure a win in the next match.
In the meantime, Yusri hopes the long break can be used effectively to reinforce their spirit and enhance their understanding of the playing style he is implementing. Meanwhile, Selangor FC Head Coach Christophe Gamel described today’s win as a positive sign of the team’s development but admitted that many aspects still need improvement ahead of the next match. Gamel praised the fighting spirit shown by the players despite playing in the hot weather and a demanding match schedule.
Gamel noted the strong mentality and determination of his players to deliver a good game, acknowledging that perfection is unattainable but striving for improvement is crucial. He committed to working hard with the team to maintain an attacking mindset, which he strongly believes in. In the match, Selangor FC secured all three points with a comfortable 3-1 victory, while IFC is still struggling to find their first win after six matches, sitting at the bottom of the league table.