‘I am not a magician’ – Zdravko Logarušić on Nations FC exit from Africa
The Abrankese-based side were held to a 1-1 draw by Mali’s FC Diarra in the second leg of their preliminary-round tie, bowing out 2-1 on aggregate.
Nations FC head coach Zdravko Logarušić has described himself as "not a magician" but "just a coach" after his club's early exit from the CAF Confederation Cup. The Abrankese-based side suffered a 1-1 draw with Mali’s FC Diarra in the second leg of their preliminary-round tie, resulting in a 2-1 aggregate defeat. This marked the end of Nations FC's maiden campaign in continental football.
During the post-match interview, Logarušić cited significant changes to the squad and the absence of key players as contributing factors to his team's struggles. The coach attributed some of the difficulties his side faced to "a lot of players leaving the club [and] a lot of players coming," adding that their five top signings were unable to participate in the game.
Notably, left-back Korsah had to switch positions and play as a central defender due to makeshift changes, resulting in a degree of disorganization. Nations FC gained entry to the Confederation Cup following their victory in the FA Cup last season, marking their first appearance in continental competition for Ghana. The club will now shift its focus to domestic football, as they are set to compete in the Division One League following their relegation from the Ghana Premier League at the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.
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