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I am not under pressure-Rollers coach

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Trainer: Rollers coach, Sergio Daniel Moniz Traquill (right) PIC: ROLLERS FACEBOOK

FRANCISTOWN: The newly appointed Township Rollers coach, Sergio Daniel Moniz Traquill has shrugged off suggestions that he is under pressure and his sacking might be imminent.

He was speaking after his side surrendered a 1-0 lead to draw 1-1 against rookies Eleven Angels in an away Premier League tie at the Francistown Stadium. The 42-year-old has endured a less exciting start to his tenure at Rollers, with three draws and one win in the league.

This continued run of draws has raised speculation around the future of the Portuguese national with some fans now challenging his credentials and calling for his sacking. “I am a professional coach. I am not afraid of being sacked.

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FRANCISTOWN: The newly appointed Township Rollers coach, Sergio Daniel Moniz Traquill has shrugged off suggestions that he is under pressure and his sacking might be imminent.