The Lions are preparing for a crucial EPCR Challenge Cup match against Dragons at Ellis Park on Saturday, with renewed focus after a disappointing 28-5 defeat to Montpellier last week. The team is determined to secure a win to keep their playoff hopes alive, as a loss would leave them with a difficult path to qualification.
Flanker Izan Esterhuizen says the Lions are preparing for the make-or-break EPCR Challenge Cup match against Dragons at Ellis Park on Saturday with renewed focus.
“We need to pull together, and in training I can see that everyone is hungry despite all the travelling we have done. We’re motivating each other, there is a will to win and our mindset is that we will win this weekend.”The Lions’ playoff hopes hang in the balance after the loss in round 3, leaving them with a 1-2 record and in fifth place in Pool 2. On Saturday, a win against Dragons is a non-negotiable to secure qualification.
Forwards coach Barend Pieterse emphasized the positive mindset in the squad, with the result against Montpellier galvanizing the team.
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