Jamus SC goalkeeper Godwill Yogusuk believes the sturdy backing from South Sudanese followers dwelling in Rwanda has performed a key function within the membership's spectacular debut marketing campaign on the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup and hopes their assist will encourage the group to beat Rayon Sports activities in Tuesday's semifinal at Kigali Pele Stadium.
Jamus arrived on the match as underdogs after being drawn in a frightening Group B alongside holders Singida Black Stars and Simba SC, the joint-most profitable membership within the competitors's historical past.
Nonetheless, the South Sudanese aspect, captained by Rwandan midfielder Kevin Muhire, defied expectations by reaching the semifinals on the expense of the Tanzanian giants, which have been amongst pre-tournament favourites.
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For Yogusuk, the group's exceptional run displays the willpower and resilience which have outlined their marketing campaign.
As Jamus put together for a decisive knockout conflict towards Rayon Sports activities, the goalkeeper credited South Sudanese supporters in Rwanda for giving the gamers additional motivation.
“The followers have been wonderful, and that’s the reason we pushed laborious to get these outcomes. Even after we went a objective down, we saved combating as a result of we knew they have been behind us. Seeing the enjoyment on their faces is a privilege we don’t take as a right. We wish to go all the best way and win this trophy,” Yogusuk mentioned throughout Monday's pre-match press convention.
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After advancing from the group stage, Jamus SC now face residence aspect Rayon Sports activities within the first semifinal encounter.
Whereas Jamus have former Rayon Sports activities Kevin Muhire of their ranks, head coach Saber Ben Jabria insisted the midfielder won’t be the group's solely weapon towards the Rwandan membership.
The Tunisian tactician mentioned the group's rising cohesion and defensive organisation have given him confidence forward of the encounter.
“We have now ready effectively. It has been one month and 10 days since I joined the membership, and my precedence has been to construct a stable defensive construction. Having a very good goalkeeper already offers you 50 p.c of the answer. With a powerful defence and an organised assault, we’re prepared for the problem,” Ben Jabria mentioned.
Representing South Sudan, Jamus SC might be aiming to proceed their fairytale run towards a Rayon Sports activities aspect which certified for the semifinals after successful all three group stage matches together with Saturday's 1-0 win over Al Hilal SC.
