Mighty Mukuru Wanderers president, Thomson Mpinganjira has promised players that if they perform well in this year’s football season and choose not to play in the Confederations of African Football (CAF) Champions League, he will send them to Victoria Falls or any other country to just enjoy shopping and spoil themselves.
Speaking during a session of MEET and GREET at Golden Peacock Hotel in Blantyre on Wednesday evening, Mpinganjira has challenged His players to work extra hard to win titles that would enable them to participate in Africa’s biggest club competition.
Mpinganjira also expressed his wish to see the team performing well this season by promising double or triple the game-winning bonuses.
“We are going to continue providing you with incentives if you prove to us that you are performing on the pitch. In some cases, I could double or triple your bonuses when you win games. I am expecting an improved performance this season that will make all of us happy,” he said.
The Nomads president has also warned the players that he will not tolerate indiscipline amongst them, saying he will not hesitate to fire anyone found on the wrong side of the law.
“Players who will not show discipline will be suspended, called for a disciplinary hearing, and expelled from the team if found to be on the wrong side of the law,” he added.
In his remarks, Technical Director for the team, Yasin Osman, challenged the players to be committed and love one another if they are to produce results this season.
“We are a big establishment, the oldest in the league and we must work hard to reclaim the old glory,” said Osman.
Head Coach Nsanzurwimo Ramadhan, has appointed defender Lawrence Chaziya as the club captain seconded by Felix Zulu with Richard Chipuma third.
The MEET and GREET event took place days before Wanderers’ 2024 league opening match against Kamuzu Barracks at Kamuzu Stadium on Sunday, The Nomads finished the entire 2023 season empty-handed despite massive investments from Mpinganjira.
Wanderers’ fiercest rivals FCB Nyasa Big Bullets scooped every trophy on the land.
The President has set the tone. It’s up to you guys to live to the billing. We expect the likes of Tiya Somba to provide unprecedented experience. The President provide Stragic direction. Sometimes, you wonder whether the players know what they need to do. Lastly, be on the loo out guys , Match fixing is real in Malawi! You have to sweat for results. Stand up and level the field. Report Corruption and match fixing ! Bravo Bwana President