NSL: Saleh backs Luanda Villa for a top six finish

After securing two wins in a row, Luanda Villa tactician Leonard Saleh says he needs at least five matches to monitor his new signings before settling for his first eleven as he anticipates to finish among the top six teams in the National Super League this year.

Speaking after securing a 2-1 victory against MOFA FC at Mumboha Sports Grounds on Sunday, Saleh said it is still early to conclude whether the team had regained its mojo.

"I thank God that I have managed to register victory against MOFA FC. Slowly and slowly we are building this team.

“It will take time but we have given ourselves five matches in which our new players will have to prove themselves on the pitch before we decide on our first team," Saleh said.

Saleh has urged fans to bear with as he plots to form a formidable side that can challenge for the second-tier title.

"Luanda Villa will take its desired shape after five games. Meanwhile, the young new talent has impressed me and i can only hope for the best," he added.

He has however downplayed claims that his team was unable to utilize the home ground advantage to beat MOFA by a big margin maintaining that their visitors were a better side.

According to Saleh, the 2-0 victory against Muhoroni Youth FC away coupled by the 2-1 win against MOFA FC have set the right tempo ahead of their away game against Salmwest FC who will host Luanda Villa next weekend.

"My target is to be among the top six teams after our targeted five games," he said.