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Sports News of Tuesday, 19 April 2016

Source: ghanasoccernet.com

Medeama fans can inspire victory over Al Shendi - Moses Armah

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Medeama president Moses Armah hopes a sell-out crowd can roar them to victory in their crunch CAF Confederation Cup clash with Al Shendi on Wednesday.

The gates are going for a cheaper rates of GH C 5, 10 and 20 at the Sekondi stadium.

Fans in Sekondi have been vociferous in their support for the two-time Ghanaian FA Cup champions in the continental campaign so far.

The team's travelling supporters are expected to fill the stadium as the Ghanaians chase a historic group stage qualification in the continental competition.

With Medeama having a realistic chance of reaching the final qualifying lap, excitement has built and president Moses Armah recognises the importance of having the fans onside.

"It's a crucial game for us but were confident the fans will turn up in their numbers," he told medeamaafmonline.com

"The fans are extremely important for us and I believe they will be there to cheer the boys to victory.

"I am absolutely confident about our chances. It's not going to be easy but I am confident we will scale the hurdle."

The Mauve and Yellows remain the country's only surviving team in Africa this year after the exit of Ashantigold from the CAF Champions League.

Medeama hold the aces ahead of the reverse fixture after grinding out a pulsating 0-0 draw in the first leg in Sudan.