Trucha calls out AFC Leopards fans amid current struggles

AFC Leopards coach Thomas Trucha (left) during a past trianing session.[AFC Leopards]

AFC Leopards new coach Tomas Trucha is calling for calm and patience within its fan base as the club works around the clock to turn around their poor form in the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League.

Speaking through a message circulated by the club social media pages, Trucha urged the club supporters to rally behind the players, with the team currently going through a turbulent phase.

“Give players love and support like you are giving to your beloved children, as you all know the bad times they have gone through.

“I saw players working hard all week to be part of a team for the Mombasa trip. All the players are trying their best to absorb all the new information and instructions in the shortest time possible. Every player used in the Bandari match fought for the team, and players who sat on the bench gave full support.

“To see some fans attacking their own players verbally and almost getting physical even though they gave their best is hurtful. All this happened even before the match.

“We all know what happened before the start of the season. Many players were signed at the last moment, the team is almost new, the previous coach left, and many more changes happened. Now we need to support each other and help the club and players when it's most needed.

“I came back to AFC because it’s time to help, and I know we will push our players to win the games, but for now, we should all stay together and support each other. Negativity, threats, attacks, doubts, and insults will never help our Ingwe family come back to its glory days.

Let’s rally behind the team with love; better days are coming,” said the Czech technician.