The Vusu Raiders are poised to leave for Papua New Guinea tomorrow as they gear up for their much-anticipated clash against the Mount Hagen Wamp Nga in the Melanesian Cup. The team concluded their dedication service yesterday and held their final training session today at the Ratu Filise Memorial School Ground.
Strength and conditioning coach Selo Sanawa shared his satisfaction with the team’s preparation, highlighting the players’ commitment and discipline observed throughout their training camp. “We thank the players for the pride, commitment and sacrifice they’ve shown over the past eight days. The confidence among the group is high, and everyone is excited to play at Santos Stadium in Port Moresby,” Sanawa stated.
The Raiders plan to conduct three training sessions in Papua New Guinea before facing Wamp Nga in an opening match scheduled for 1 PM Fiji time. This match will precede the notable clash between the Vodafone Fiji Bati and the PNG Kumuls, where both teams seek vital victories as they progress through their respective tournaments.
The Vusu Raiders will base themselves at the Holiday Inn in Port Moresby during their stay. Coach Sanawa also encouraged Fijians residing in PNG to support the team vocally on match day, fostering a sense of community and encouragement for the players.
This match serves as an important test for the Raiders, as they look to assert their dominance in the Melanesian Cup and continue building on their momentum from recent performances.
The collective spirit and resolve demonstrated by the team reflect a bright outlook as they prepare for a promising showdown in Papua New Guinea, with fans eagerly anticipating the action on Saturday.