Newly appointed Hearts technical advisor Vanli Can says he is up to the task of helping the Phobians escape relegation.

The Phobians' survival mission is still on course after beating Liberty Professionals 1-0 at the Dansoman Park on Wednesday in a midweek fixture.

Striker Foovi Aguidi scored the only goal in the second half to hand Hearts all three points. Despite the win, they still find themselves 15th, which is where they were before kickoff.

Now they've got 32 points.

The German-Turkish coach watched the team at the Dansoman Park, after which he told Joy Sports in an exclusive interview that he is optimistic the side will escape the drop.

“This win is very important and it shows that we can fight as a team but there is more work to be done. I can handle this pressure and I’m very positive of our status in the league, we will face this challenge and reach our target,” said Vanli

“We will surely survive with four matches to go, we just have to fight as a team.”

Hearts of Oak next face Bechem United on Sunday before making a tough trip to Tarkwa to take on Medeama in must-win games.

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