The Technical Adviser of Abia Warriors, Imama Amapakabo, has said that his side is tactically ready to confront Sunshine Stars in Match Day 3 of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season.
The Ochendo Boys are set to take on the Owena Whales at their adopted home ground, the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode, on Sunday.
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According to Amapakabo, the club has intensified its preparations for the game, hoping that his players will rise to the occasion.
"Well, at this point in time, I think any team in the league that says they are not prepared for the league now sounds very unserious.
"We have played two games in the league, and we are prepared, looking at how we think the Sunshine Stars team is going to set up.
"We have worked towards that tactically, and I hope the players will rise to the occasion.
"The midfield duo of Nicholas Jonathan and Hameed Yakubu are out with minor injuries. Also out is winger Izuchukwu Olewunne (groin), while Izuchukwu Daniel (center-back) is sidelined with illness."
Head-to-head
Since 2022, Sunshine Stars and Abia Warriors have met in five competitions, with Sunshine Stars securing 3 victories and 1 draw.
- Abia Warriors - Sunshine Stars (17.03.2024) 0:0
- Sunshine Stars - Abia Warriors (01.11.2023) 2:1
- Abia Warriors - Sunshine Stars (16.04.2023) 2:1
- Sunshine Stars - Abia Warriors (29.01.2023) 1:0
- Sunshine Stars - Abia Warriors (10.04.2022) 1:0
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