Fans
of the 2019 Africell-sponsored Zonals Super Nawettan champions Kombo East, have
expressed delight over their achievement and success in this year’s tournament
after, defeating Serekunda West 1-0 in the Saturday’s final played at the
Independence Stadium.
Modou
Kujabi 67th minute wonderful goal was all but enough to crowned Kombo East
champions of the Super Nawettan tournament.
Speaking
in an interview with Point sports, Dembo Kuyateh expressed joy and excitement
with the success, saying he knew what their players are capable of, judging
from their performance since the commencement of the championship.
“The
entire Kombo East came together with one heart, mind and soul during the
tournament to ensure that we gain success in the championship. This is the
spirit we came with at the Independence stadium during the final,” he
explained.
According
to him, Kombo East was never short of players, adding that the only issue was a
technical problem which they have identified and solved. He added that the
secret behind Kombo East’s success this year is unity, determination and hard
work.
Binta
Jarju also expressed delights for having a successful zonal championship this
year, saying the crown and success will signify a lot in the communities of
Kombo East. “Many people didn’t believe that Kombo East will go this far in the
tournament,” she observed.
Lamin
Darboe said he is very excited because this marked a big achievement and
success in the communities of Kombo East after making their third appearance in
the Super Nawettan tournament. “This success occurred as a result of hard work
and determination by our side. If you look at Kombo East, our leagues have the
best format in the Gambia which is why it pays dividends today,” he said.
He
added that the victory is very huge for the people of Kombo East, adding that
this will also make people know that there is football in Kombo East.
