Akwa United FC’s Shocking Home Defeat to Sunshine Stars FC: Baba Ganaru Calls for Urgent Improvement



Akwa United head coach, Mohammed Baba Ganaru, expressed his disappointment following the team’s 1-2 home defeat to Sunshine Stars in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 4 fixture. The loss, their first of the season and first ever against Sunshine Stars in Uyo, left Baba Ganaru in disbelief, particularly given the effort his players put in. He emphasized that the team must improve its performances to stay on track with their season’s goals.

The match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium saw Akwa United fall behind early, with Sunshine Stars scoring a goal in each half. Chinedu Nwosu’s opener and Seth Mayi’s second-half strike proved decisive, despite Wisdom Ndon’s late 83rd-minute goal for Akwa United. Ndon’s effort was ultimately just a consolation as the Promise Keepers’ search for their first win of the season continued.



Baba Ganaru lamented the result, citing the numerous goalscoring chances his team failed to convert. "We created many opportunities, but how we didn’t bury those chances is what I don’t understand," he said, expressing his frustration at how the game slipped away. He also noted that while football often produces unexpected outcomes, the result was not a true reflection of the match.

Despite the disappointment, Baba Ganaru remains optimistic about turning the season around, but he stressed the urgency of improvement. Having already dropped five points at home and with just two points from a possible nine, he acknowledged that the team’s current form is not enough. However, with 35 games still to play in the season, he remains confident that Akwa United can get back on track.

Looking ahead, Akwa United face tough away matches against Enyimba and Rivers United. Baba Ganaru highlighted the need for the team to be more composed and take their chances, regardless of where they are playing. He urged his players to adopt a winning mentality on the road, as teams have shown that victories are possible away from home in the NPFL.

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