Malkia Strikers coach Japheth Munala is prepared for a challenging match as the national women’s volleyball team faces Poland in their second Group B match of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games at South Paris Arena tonight (10 pm EAT).

Fresh from their 3-0 (25-14, 25-13, 25-12) defeat by giants Brazil on Monday, the African Queens will aim to secure their first-ever win at the Games.

With eight players, including captain Trizah Atuka, Emmaculate Nekesa, Esther Mutinda, Loice Simiyu, Belinda Barasa, Juliana Namutira, Veronica Adhiambo, and Pamela Adhiambo making their debut at the global showpiece, Munala believes the team can improve on their performance against the Samba Boys.

“This is a learning curve for most of these players, but I was impressed with how they carried themselves on the court against Brazil. We understand Poland is one of the tournament’s favorites, and we will try to bring the game to us. With the video analysis we have done, the girls are up to the task,” said Munala.

“We are confident of putting up a good show tonight.”

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