Hekari United Football Club General Manager, Vonnie Kapi-Natto says the Club is looking forward to the OFC Champions League and will not be taking anything for granted once they hit the ground in Port Villa for their first match. “We are looking forward to the Tournament. I believe we draw against quite tough teams but we will not take them lightly. I’m going to guide.” The GM said although they have yet to see the draw to determine who they will be facing, she believes they can be able to mount pressure on other contenders and make a statement with a young Hekari side and is looking forward to the challenge that lies ahead. Kapi-Natto says they have been training all throughout the past few months since before the National Soccer League Grand Final. “But mipla ready. We know we’re going to come against the top and the best of other countries but it all depends if we work hard and take things serious from now and onwards into the tournament.” Kapi-Natto was excited because most players that will be fielded in this year’s Champions League have yet to taste international football. It’s been five years since Hekari last played a Champions League match and they look as hungry as ever to get back into the regional arena. Head coach Eric Komeng said in a tournament like this, the team is well aware of the challenges that they will face going up against strong teams and will have to be prepared to play any team. “It’s going to be tough for our boys and we’re looking forward to play any team in our pool. We know it’s going to be hard, it’s been years since we played in the Champions league,” Komeng said. Their first game will be up against Ifira Black Bird FC of Vanuatu.