Enyimba Ready for Niger Tornadoes Challenge, Says Coach Yema



Enyimba FC head coach, Olanrewaju Daniel Yemi, has stated that his team will approach their Matchday 7 clash against Niger Tornadoes with caution, acknowledging the Minna-based club's strong away form this season. The two sides are set to meet on Wednesday at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba for an NPFL encounter scheduled for 4 p.m.

Despite the challenge posed by Tornadoes, Enyimba captain Somiari Alalibo is confident that the People's Elephant will secure all three points. Alalibo assured fans that he and his teammates are fully prepared to deliver a victory in front of their home supporters.

The match holds historical significance, as Enyimba, founded in 1976, is just a year older than Niger Tornadoes. Over the years, both teams have clashed 17 times since 2009, with Enyimba holding the advantage with eight wins to Tornadoes' six, while three matches have ended in a draw. Last season, Enyimba triumphed 3-1 in Aba, while the reverse fixture in Kaduna resulted in a goalless draw.

Ahead of the game, Coach Yema expressed respect for Tornadoes' away performances, noting their struggles at home and stronger showings on the road. "They haven't won at home, but they've done better in away matches. Having drawn against Lobi Stars at home last weekend, they will want to come here and get something, but we know their tactics," Yema said. He added that Enyimba aims to maintain their recent run of clean sheets and gather crucial points to stay in contention at the top of the table alongside Remo Stars and Rivers United.

Captain Alalibo echoed his coach’s sentiments, emphasizing the importance of Wednesday's match. "We're expecting nothing less than victory because we know what's at stake. Tornadoes will give us a good fight, but we will come out victorious," Alalibo stated.

Enyimba currently sits third on the NPFL table with 13 points from six games, while Niger Tornadoes are in sixth place with nine points from the same number of matches.

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