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Fatigued Samatta defended by Taifa Stars coach Ndayiragije

The Burundian tactician comes to the defence of the Belgium-based striker, saying he always gives his all for the national team

Tanzanian coach Etienne Ndayiragije has come out to defend skipper Mbwana Samatta’s performances for the national team.

Samatta, who features for Belgium top division side KRC Genk, has been in the spotlight for his performances in Taifa Stars colours recently, with some fans saying he is producing below-par displays.

Shortly after the Taifa Stars lost 2-1 to Libya in their second Group J clash of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on November 19, several fans took to social media to criticise Samatta for his performance.