"One thing we must improve on is the intensity, we need to run extra hard. It is something we spoke about as a team.
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We were not happy with the result against Mexico and we want to improve going forward," Maseko said.
He concluded by emphasizing the team's desire to showcase their talent on the global stage.
"It is a big tournament with big teams, but we must go out there and showcase our talents," Maseko said.
Czechia's Perspective
Czech captain Radislav Krejic confirmed his team has thoroughly analyzed South Africa following their own defeat to South Korea.
"As for this game, we know what opponents we're going to face, and we've been preparing all week through video analysis and actual training.
It won't be an easy game.
We are well aware of our strengths and weaknesses and how we operate and what we lacked in our first game," Krejic said.
Krejic dismissed suggestions of excessive pressure, acknowledging the importance of the match.
"Of course, I'm well aware of our situation and I know how important this game is," he said.
He maintained a balanced outlook.
"My perspective is a little different. I don't necessarily see it that way.
We will do our best to win.
I know how important this game is in the process of the rest of the tournament," Krejic said.
The Wolverhampton Wanderers defender highlighted the threat of South African forward Lyle Foster.
