Harrison sets ambitious targets for Lijabatho

Newly appointed Lijabatho head coach Mark Harrison has set ambitious targets for the club, including winning the league title and making history in the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Champions League. Harrison took over from former head coach Kabelo Malapane, who is now the assistant coach. Since his appointment, Harrison has made an impressive start, winning his two opening matches against Villa and LCS.

Lijabatho currently sits at the top of the league standings with 23 points. Harrison's immediate mission is to defend the league title and secure a return to the CAF Champions League. He also wants to guide Lijabatho into the competition's group stages, a milestone that would make the club the first Lesotho side to achieve the feat. Lijabatho made its CAF Champions League debut this season but exited in the preliminary round.

Harrison acknowledged that reaching the continental competition's group stages would not be easy, noting that success would also depend partly on favourable draws. He expressed satisfaction with the squad's progress and the players' response to his coaching philosophy. Harrison revealed his intention to introduce a style of football built around passing and possession.

The British coach is confident in the quality of players at his disposal, insisting that Lesotho has plenty of talent that can be developed through hard work and proper guidance. Harrison has worked all over Africa and is aware of the challenges that come with coaching in different countries. He believes that with a lot of work on the training field, the team can definitely improve.

Harrison plans to give his players a short break before resuming preparations, with the Premier League taking a break until 28 November to accommodate the FIFA international window. The Maluti Mountain Cement Charity Cup is set for 21 November. Harrison has signed a one-year contract with Lijabatho and brings extensive coaching experience from across the African continent.

With an ambitious vision, an experienced technical background and a promising start to his tenure, Harrison appears determined to take Lijabatho to new heights, both domestically and on the continental stage. His coaching résumé includes spells with South African clubs Black Leopards, Mpumalanga Black Aces, Chippa United and Golden Arrows.

Harrison's targets for Lijabatho include winning the league title and guiding the team into the CAF Champions League group stages. He believes that achieving these targets will require hard work and favourable draws. Despite the challenges, Harrison is optimistic about the team's chances and is committed to developing the players and improving the team's performance.

Key points

• Mark Harrison aims to win the league title and make history in the CAF Champions League with Lijabatho.
• Lijabatho currently sits at the top of the league standings with 23 points.
• Harrison has signed a one-year contract with Lijabatho and brings extensive coaching experience from across the African continent.