FC Platinum head coach Joel Luphahla has candidly admitted that he is feeling the weight of expectation following a stuttering start to the new campaign.
The Zimbabwean giants have managed to secure only five points from their opening four fixtures, a return that Luphahla concedes is far below the standards expected of a club with such a decorated pedigree. Despite the rocky start, the coach remains adamant that he is the right man to lead the side through this turbulent period, though he acknowledges that the pressure is mounting with every passing matchday.
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The "Pure Platinum Play" began their season with a promising victory over Manica Diamonds, but the early momentum quickly dissipated. Subsequent draws against FC Hunters and TelOne FC, followed by a disappointing defeat at the hands of Ngezi Platinum Stars, have left the fans restless and the technical bench searching for answers. Luphahla has refused to deflect blame onto his players, instead choosing to take full responsibility for the team’s current form. He noted that while the recent results have provided "painful lessons" for his squad, these are necessary hurdles that the young players must overcome to succeed at a top-tier level.
Looking ahead, Luphahla maintains a sense of optimism regarding a potential turnaround in fortunes. He pointed to the inherent quality within his squad as the primary reason for his confidence, suggesting that the team possesses the technical ability and character to climb back up the league table.
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