Gambian prolific goalscorer Yankuba Torress Jarju ended his goal drought with Pau FC, as he scored a brace against US Avranches MSM,
his first in 16 league matches.
The Pirang born who is the highest goalscorer record holder with both Real de Banjul and Generationfoot, lost his majoo in the first half of the season. Pau FC new project didn't Kick off brightly despite a new stadium and new signings. In the coupe de league, the Gambia U20 striker has scored five goals in seven matches.
The rejuvenated striker is well-known among football fans in the Gambia. Back in 2016/17he scored 16 goals with Real de Banjul in the league before joining GenerationFoot where he scored 11 league goals and won the coupe de Senegal.
One thing for sure is Stade du Hameau will see a different beast henceforth. Torress competed the first three league matches before turning to be an unpopular striker for ex coach Raffaele NOVELLI. He started six matches including match day 19 and came from the bench on ten occasions. Pau FC currently occupies 10th position in the league table and have a game in hand.
"Alhamdulillah X3, indeed things were difficult in the beginning. Both the style and formation the previous coach used didn't suit me. Language barrier came in between us too. He neither speaks English nor his assistants. Nothing was moving.
With Bruno IRLES he speaks English, go through details. The run, the style of play. I can't fault Raffaele NOVELLI for my goal drought. But he contributed, I lost my confidence and limited chances were given to me. All that contributed to the lateness of the goals.
One thing for sure is goals will come, I have endured patience and now I will capitalise.
Now am given the chance to prove myself. The new coach's approach is superb. The pre match talks and the encouragement all give me the confidence that he can bring the best out of me.
Am extremely happy, first two goals in the league. I have sensed pressure from the coach and even when I come in, he just brought me in for the sake of it. He wasn't having confidence in me. There is a big change now and hope it continues."
These goals are dedicated to Willy Abraham, he has me in heart. Even when I don't score, he encourages me. He is so concerned about me. He is patience with me too."
Photo credit- Jean-Philippe Gionnet
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