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“I told them them if they wanted to talk character and personality then this games offers the best possible opponent to prove themselves against,” he said.

Certainly practice this week has been hard and long – especially on the shooting side of things for a club struggling to score. But there’s a we’ll-show-you air about everything along with moments of friendly determination mixed with laughter and camaraderie.

There has never been any doubt about the possession side of this team, which has developed a reputation for the way it plays the game. But a couple of things need to change for success to kick in.

Dos Santos encourages players to push forward in attack but there are times when too many get caught too far upfield and fast-moving counter attackers are opening up too many gaps, making too many chances too fast.

There is no intention of changing the style but Dos Santos recognizes the need for his men to be ready for quicker recovery if the ball is lost.

Second, heavy concentration on possession can sometimes lead to attacking paralysis. When opponents drop nine men in front of their goalkeeper, the chances of penetration are heavily reduced. That is why Dos Santos is looking for quicker passing, more movement off the ball. Fury FC have the men with the skills to play one-touch soccer with the best. All they need to do is speed things up a little and help one another open up shooting lanes.

Then it’s just a matter of letting loose rather than passing again. When the goals start to come, the confidence in the final third of the field will come too and, with a touch or two of luck a goal trickle will become a goal rush.

“San Antonio is presently in a great moment and we will have to be ready if we want to get a positive result,” said Dos Santos. “Our fans have shown fantastic support and are part of our strength when we are playing at home. We are working hard and will be ready for this challenge.”

Starting at 3p.m. Sunday we will see if the rallying cry is taken up.