Discipline, retention, pressure key for Tailevu

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TAILEVU Rugby captain Eparama Sailo has called on his teammates to maintain discipline and retain possession when they face Nadroga in the Skipper Cup semi-final at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva tomorrow.

Sailo said the team had prepared well throughout the week and was grateful for the support shown by the Tailevu province as they prepared for the crucial encounter.

“Preparation has been good this week,” Sailo said.

Sailo said discipline and ball retention would be key areas for Tailevu as they looked to build pressure on their opponents.

“Our main key area this Saturday (tomorrow) will be our discipline and ball retention, focus on maintaining possession and build pressure for our opposition,” he said..

He said the team would take each match as it came, with their main objective being to secure a place in the Skipper Cup final.

Sailo also extended an invitation to supporters across the province to turn out in numbers and rally behind the team.

“I want to thank the whole Tailevu province for their support towards us as we prepare for the Skipper Cup semi-final battle against Nadroga this Saturday.

“We call on all Tailevu supporters to come out in numbers and support us,” he added.