"It's the last one. The winner takes all basically.

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So again, as I said, for me, we just have to fight. We just have to work and nothing to lose.

Can't be anything left on the pitch," tutur Kratky.

Sementara itu, gelandang Mumbai City FC Zothanpuia menyampaikan perkembangan positif mengenai atmosfer di dalam tim. Ia baru saja mencetak gol pertamanya di ISL pada laga sebelumnya.

"Joining the club has been a huge learning experience for me.

The coaches, staff, and teammates have supported me from day one and helped me improve both as a player and as a person.

The team has prepared very well and everyone is focused on this game.

The atmosphere within the group is very positive and we are ready to give our best and fight for the three points," kata Zothanpuia.

Zothanpuia juga memuji peran krusial sang pelatih kepala. Kratky dinilai berhasil menyuntikkan kepercayaan diri serta menjaga komunikasi yang baik dengan para pemain.

"Our coach has played an important role in building confidence within the team.

He always trusts and supports the players and his communication helps us to stay," ujar Zothanpuia.

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