Yanga head coach Fadlu Davids has officially begun implementing his football philosophy within the Wananchi squad, focusing on playing at a high tempo, passing accuracy and players’ ability to make quick decisions on the pitch.
During the first two days of training at the Zanzibar camp, Fadlu has placed strong emphasis on changing the way Yanga play, aiming to build a team that moves forward quickly and makes the most of every opportunity.
The coach has started developing the players through cone-based drills that require them to sprint, change direction at the right moment and deliver accurate passes without wasting time.
These exercises indicate that Fadlu wants to turn Yanga into a well-organised team capable of moving the ball quickly from one area to another, with every player understanding their responsibilities.
Another notable aspect is the way the coach supervises training. He has been working closely with the players, giving direct instructions and ensuring that everyone carries out the required tasks rather than simply going through the motions.
STARTS WITH MZIZE IN THE ATTACKING DEPARTMENT
Striker Clement Mzize is among the players who have already received special attention from the coach.
During a training session, Fadlu called him aside and gave him individual instructions, demonstrating how he is beginning to assess the players’ abilities and identify areas that need improvement.
ZANZIBAR CAMP SET TO MARK THE BEGINNING OF CHANGE
The 10-day camp in Zanzibar has provided Fadlu with an important opportunity to begin teaching his players what he wants to see on the pitch.
The preparations are mainly focused on players who were not called up to their respective national teams, with the aim of keeping them in good physical and technical condition.
Fadlu demonstrated from the outset that he has no intention of wasting time, stressing the importance of every player making the most of their opportunity and showing a high level of performance in training.
For Yanga, the introduction of a new philosophy comes at a time when the team needs to sharpen its performance in the title race, as it trails Simba by five points after 10 matches in the 2026/27 NBC Mainland Premier League season.
