2024/2025 NPFL: Better days ahead of Enyimba International FC, Eguma assures

Posted : 09 January 2025

The newly appointed head coach of Enyimba International FC, Stanley Eguma, has predicted better days ahead for the team following the crucial 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 17 fixture at the Elephant Park. In this match, the former league champions Enyimba FC ended their six-match winless streak with a 2-1 victory over Nasarawa United.

This victory, fueled by tactical changes under the new head coach Stanley Eguma, marks an important moment in the Aba giants' season as they aim to revive their championship credentials.

It was a tactical masterclass that sparked Enyimba’s return to winning ways.

However, it seems that Stanley Eguma’s arrival has breathed new life into Enyimba’s campaign.

The coach retained much of the lineup that defeated Black Bulls FC in a continental clash, with only Kalu Nweke replacing Fatai Abdullahi.

This consistency paid dividends as the People’s Elephant dominated possession and relentlessly tested Nasarawa United’s defense.

The breakthrough came just before halftime when Joseph Atule converted a brilliant pass from Akani Elijah, sending the Aba crowd into celebration.

However, a defensive lapse early in the second half allowed Nasarawa’s top scorer, Anas Yusuf, to equalize.

Undeterred, Eguma introduced Brown Ideye, whose 60th-minute strike sealed the much-needed victory for Enyimba.

After the match, Eguma highlighted the team’s rebuilding process as the cornerstone of their resurgence.

“I’m happy the players are giving me maximum cooperation. Since we began, we have been rebuilding, so it’s not yet ‘uhuru’; it’s not yet time for celebration.

“I think a lot has to be done in the team. I thank the management for giving me the opportunity to rebuild,” Eguma told journalists.

Eguma emphasized that Enyimba’s return to winning ways is just the beginning of a larger project.

Acknowledging the squad’s injury struggles, he assured fans that efforts are underway to reintegrate key players and strengthen the team.

“The fans should trust the process. We’ve come to do the job and won’t let them down. They are hard-working and supportive, and we’ll work hard to leave a good legacy,” Eguma said.

On the potential for reinforcements, the tactician stressed a focus on blending fresh tactics with the existing squad while remaining open to addressing gaps during the transfer window.

Despite their current position on the NPFL table, Eguma remains optimistic about Enyimba’s title hopes, claiming that the league is still wide open with over 19 games left to play.

With back-to-back victories in both league and continental competitions, Enyimba has set their sights on the title.

Their next challenge comes on Sunday in a CAF Confederations Cup tie against Al Masry of Egypt, where they aim to extend their winning streak.

Enyimba’s faithful can now dare to dream, as Stanley Eguma’s blueprint begins to restore the club’s storied legacy.

2024/2025 NPFL: Better days ahead of Enyimba International FC, Eguma assures

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