YOUNG Africans' media officer, Ali Kamwe, has called on fans to remain united and supportive as the club endures a tough period following their recent 2-0 defeat to Al Hilal in the CAF Champions League.

The loss, which came after a goalless first half, saw Al Hilal dominate the second half to claim victory. 

This setback leaves Young Africans at the bottom of Group A, compounded by the goalless draw between TP Mazembe and MC Alger, which keeps the Tanzanian champions in a challenging position.

The defeat marked Young Africans’ third straight loss across all competitions, following domestic defeats to Azam and Tabora United. 

It was also their third meeting with Al Hilal, with the Sudanese side maintaining an unbeaten record against them.

Kamwe (pictured) urged fans to rally behind the team despite the disappointing results, highlighting the importance of unity in overcoming tough times. 

Acknowledging the club's struggles in continental openers, he pointed to the need for a strong performance in their next league fixture against Namungo FC to restore morale.

“We’re disappointed with the result against Al Hilal. We wanted to start the competition strongly, but unfortunately, it didn’t go as planned. 

“I urge all fans to remain united and support the team during this challenging period. It’s a test of our maturity as a club,” said Kamwe.

He emphasized the significance of the match against Namungo FC, which he described as pivotal to regaining confidence ahead of a demanding stretch of games, including an away CAF Champions League clash against MC Alger and a showdown with TP Mazembe.

Kamwe further encouraged fans to turn up in large numbers for the Namungo match, stating: “We need to stick together, especially during challenging times like these. While we’ve faced a series of losses, it’s important to remember that even top clubs like Manchester City experience setbacks. We must stay united and work hard to overcome these difficulties.”

Young Africans currently sit third in the Premier League with 24 points, having scored 14 goals and conceded just four. 

The club hopes to turn their fortunes around and regain momentum in both domestic and continental competitions.