Sports Correspondent

Highlanders coach Kelvin Kaindu has attributed the team’s defeat to MWOS in their opening match of the season to inadequate pre-season preparations.

Bosso were defeated 1-0 by PSL newcomers MWOS in a game played at Baobab Stadium in Ngezi on Sunday. The lone goal of the match came in the 67th minute, with Tafadzwa George finding the back of the net for the hosts.

After the loss, Kaindu expressed disappointment with his team’s performance, acknowledging the lack of a strong response. He said, “Not a good start, it was a difficult game, difficult for both teams. We didn’t have flashy moments, and it’s unfortunate we gave away an easy goal. In a game like this, it’s difficult to come back.”

Kaindu further explained that their poor pre-season preparations contributed to the outcome, stating, “During pre-season we didn’t have training grounds. I think we went for nearly a month without a proper training ground, so we are trying to use these early games to condition ourselves and catch up.”

Despite the setback, the coach remains optimistic, saying, “I think there is big room for improvement. Like I said, it’s the first game, it was just for us to assess where we are, and I’m convinced we can do better.”