DAR ES SALAAM, Aug. 11 -- YOUNG Africans Head Coach, Manqoba Mngqithi, remains confident his side can compete for major honours this season despite the 2-1 defeat by DR Congos Jeunesse Sportive de Kinshasa during the Yanga Day at Uhuru Stadium in Dar es Salaam on Sunday.

Mngqithi made the remarks after the match, saying his side started well and created several good opportunities, but failed to make the most of their chances.

He was particularly pleased with the way the team pressed and created opportunities from counterpressing situations.

Yanga took the lead after winning the ball back high up the pitch. The coach believes Yangas poor communication and positioning in defence contributed to their opponents goals.

He admitted some of ...