USM Alger Coach Ndiaye: 'Difficult Match Against Olympic Safi Awaits, But We Are Ready'
T.E (Elbotola)
10 April 2026at17:38
Lamine Ndiaye, coach of Algerian club USM Alger, emphasized the difficulty of their upcoming match against Olympique Safi in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals.
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Ndiaye stated: "The semi-final is played over two legs. You know, these are relatively easy matches to prepare for, because they are not games you play every day when you are a footballer."
He concluded: "It will be a difficult match, because for both teams to reach this level means they eliminated very strong teams in the previous round. We expect a balanced and competitive match, but we are ready for it."
Olympique Safi is set to visit USM Alger tomorrow, Saturday, with the match kicking off at 5:00 PM (GMT+1).
Q&A
What is USM Alger's coach's outlook on the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup semi-final?
USM Alger coach Lamine Ndiaye expects a difficult and balanced first-leg match against Olympique Safi in the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals. He emphasized that both teams eliminated strong opponents to reach this stage, indicating a high level of competition.
How does Coach Ndiaye view the preparation for a CAF Confederation Cup semi-final match?
Coach Ndiaye considers semi-final matches relatively easy to prepare for because they are not everyday occurrences for footballers. He believes the unique nature of these high-stakes, two-leg encounters naturally motivates players and simplifies the coaching approach.
When is the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final between USM Alger and Olympique Safi scheduled?
The first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final between USM Alger and Olympique Safi is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday. The highly anticipated match will kick off in Algiers, with USM Alger hosting their Moroccan opponents.
