Maestre's 'dream' to be involved in Women's FA Cup
It is the first time Eder Maestre has managed outside of Spain
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London City Lionesses manager Eder Maestre says it is a "dream" to be involved in the Women's FA Cup.
The 39-year-old joined the WSL in January having recently managed CD Tenerife Femenino in Spain's top-tier.
In his first game in charge, London City were held to a goalless draw by bottom side Liverpool.
They face Sunderland - currently eighth in the WSL 2 - in the Women's FA Cup on Saturday (12:15 GMT)y.
"For me, it is a very dramatic competition. Since I was a child, it was the competition that delivered the most surprising results," said Maestre.
"It is one of the most interesting and powerful competitions. Being part of it now as a coach is like a dream. I'm very pleased to be in it.
"I have been talking about the mindset that we need to improve - having that humble ambition. We need to respect Sunderland.
"They are going to play with that dream and the FA Cup energy."
