Muratti captain James Querée sat down with sports reporter Archie Corbett for a special episode of The Bailiwick Sports Podcast ahead of Saturday’s 108th Muratti Vase clash between Jersey and Guernsey at Springfield Stadium.
The Jersey Bulls captain discusses the build-up to one of the Channel Islands’ biggest sporting occasions as Jersey look to reclaim the trophy following last year’s 3-1 defeat at Victoria Park.
Heading into his sixth Muratti, Querée reflects on what makes the fixture unique and explains the importance of home support as Springfield prepares to host another chapter in the island rivalry.
The pair also discuss the influence of manager Jack Cannon, Jersey’s record Muratti appearance holder, and the value of experience within the coaching staff heading into such a high-pressure fixture.
There is also plenty of focus on the current squad, with Querée highlighting the chemistry built through the Bulls’ impressive Isthmian South East Division campaign and the impact of younger players pushing into the senior set-up.
Jersey’s under-16, under-18 and under-21 sides have already completed a clean sweep over Guernsey this year, leaving the senior side with the opportunity to complete the quadruple on home soil.
With local pride, history and silverware on the line, Querée gives his thoughts on Jersey’s chances and what supporters can expect when the two rivals meet once again this weekend.
Querée discusses the importance of a lively home crowd as he gears up for his sixth Muratti. With Jersey’s highest capped player in Jack Cannon at the wheel the pair discuss the importance of the coaching staff’s experience heading into Saturday’s battle.