As the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season nears its climax, Enyimba midfielder Usman Musa Babalolo has delivered a bold message ahead of their decisive Match Day 37 encounter with Nasarawa United in Gombe: “We’re ready to give everything. It’s all or nothing now.”
The fixture, set for Sunday at the Pantami Stadium, is critical for the reigning NPFL giants who are locked in a tight race for third place — a position that could secure a continental spot. With Abia Warriors and Ikorodu City also in contention, Enyimba must avoid any slip-ups.
Babalolo, a former Doma United player and mid-season arrival at Enyimba, emphasized the team’s focus: “It’s a very important match, so everybody is ready. Hopefully, we expect to get the maximum points,” he told Enyimba Media after the team arrived in Gombe.
“I’m excited to be part of this family. I appreciate the opportunity given to me by the Technical Adviser, Coach Stanley Eguma, and I promise to give my all if called upon,” he added.
Enyimba holds a slight edge historically, winning 11 of their last 21 meetings against Nasarawa United, with five losses and five draws. But Babalolo insists past records count for little without effort: “It’s a battle. We’re going all out.”
The league organizers have scheduled all 10 final-round games to kick off simultaneously at 3pm, increasing the stakes in what promises to be a tense afternoon across the country.
Coach Eguma faces a selection dilemma, with key players Paschal Eze and Brown Ideye absent due to family issues, while Atule Joseph is sidelined with injury.
Still, the resolve within the Enyimba camp remains firm — it’s a must-win mission in Gombe.
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