Eswatini’s Coach Logarusic Looks Forward to Clash with Cameroon

Eswatini’s coach Zdravko Logarusic is eager for the match against Cameroon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, recognizing Cameroon as a top African team. He emphasizes preparation and confidence for his players while aiming to focus on performance, despite the challenges faced in the tournament standings.

Eswatini’s head coach, Zdravko Logarusic, has expressed excitement regarding the upcoming match against Cameroon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The match is set to take place on Wednesday at the Mbombela Stadium in South Africa, with Logarusic acknowledging Cameroon as one of Africa’s top teams. He emphasized the importance of this game for Eswatini, calling it a significant opportunity for his side.

In a pre-match interview, Logarusic stated, “What is very important is that tomorrow we have to see a big national team full of stars.” He underscored the commitment of his players, noting, “We can’t wait to meet them [Cameroon] on the field. Tomorrow is a big day for us, and we will try to prepare ourselves properly and represent our country properly.”

Logarusic conveyed that his primary goal is to have his players relax and perform their best on the field while also acknowledging that their team hails from a smaller nation. “Our target is to show the best of ourselves. We are a small country with a small league and not much population, but let’s show the best of ourselves on the field of play,” he remarked.

He also addressed the challenge of identifying any weaknesses in the Indomitable Lions, questioning whether such weaknesses truly exist. He responded to a query from a Cameroonian reporter by stating, “You talk about the weaknesses of Cameroon. Are you sure? You have weaknesses?” Logarusic further reinforced Eswatini’s focus on organized play to represent their country effectively.

Eswatini’s squad is characterized by modest talent, featuring players such as Lindo Mkhonta from Zambia’s ZESCO United and Mxolisi Mkhontfo from Jwaneng Galaxy F.C. of Botswana. The team is also bolstered by experienced forward Felix Badenhorst from Royal Leopard FC. Following the match against Cameroon, Eswatini is scheduled to compete against Mauritius on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Currently, Sihlangu anchors Group D of the qualifiers with zero points from four matches, while Mauritius holds four points and Cameroon leads the group with eight points.

In summary, Coach Zdravko Logarusic of Eswatini expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming match against Cameroon, recognizing the challenge posed by one of Africa’s leading teams. He aims to instill confidence in his players while emphasizing their potential to showcase their abilities. Despite Eswatini’s current standing in the qualifiers, the team’s focus remains on presenting themselves positively on the field.

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