KOTA BHARU, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- Kelantan The Real Warriors (TRW) midfielder Faris Izdiham intends to take advantage of the three-week Super League break to work on rectifying his - and the team's - weaknesses and boost their confidence ahead of their crucial away tie against Selangor on Nov 22.
The 24-year-old said their two consecutive defeats in the Super League and the FA Cup recently had given them plenty to think about for the rest of the season.
Kelantan lost 2-1 to Kuala Lumpur City on Nov 1 in the Super League and 3-1 to Sabah (5-2 on aggregate) in the return leg of the FA Cup quarter-finals on Oct 29.
"The previous defeats are a yardstick for me to measure my weaknesses and step up to the plate in my role as a playmaker.
"As a midfielder, I have a huge responsibility to get the team moving into gear and create goal-scoring chances for my teammates,” he told Bernama recently.
Faris said that, in addition to the guidance provided by the coaches, he is also learning from the more experienced players and the imports on new ideas to become more pivotal from midfield, including setting up chances and breaking up play.
He also feels that the long break will be crucial for them to review the team's performance, rectify individual weaknesses and solidify teamwork and understanding as they seek to get back to winning ways.
"I am confident that with continuous efforts and steely determination, we can get back on track and be more prepared… and become stronger.
"I also hope our fans will continue to support us as we strive to put Kelantan TRW in the best position possible in this season's Malaysia League (M-League), including the Super League.
"The presence of our supporters at the stadium will surely boost team morale and spirit to continue to fight for victories,” he said.
Kelantan are placed seventh in the 13-team Super League standings with 11 points from nine matches, while Selangor are in fifth spot with 13 points after eight outings.
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