Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko has expressed optimism about his side’s chances of overcoming FC Samartex to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the MTN FA Cup.
The Yellow and Mauves will host their Ghana Premier League rivals this weekend in a highly anticipated Round of 16 encounter at the TnA Stadium.
Speaking ahead of the fixture, Tanko acknowledged the quality and recent form of Samartex, admitting the contest will be a difficult one for his team.
However, the former Ghana international remains confident Medeama can capitalise on home advantage and progress after 90 minutes.
“FC Samartex is a very strong side. In their last five games they have not lost and they play very well away from home. They went to Aduana and picked a point, so definitely they are a real threat,” Tanko told Medi TV.
“But like I said, we are playing at home, we want to control the game and create chances. Based on the training we are doing, I’m sure we are going to get the needed result.”
The MTN FA Cup Round of 16 clash between Medeama SC and FC Samartex is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, with kick-off set for 5:00 pm at the TnA Stadium.
