)
Super Eagles legend Finidi George escaped from defeat at home against a 10-men team.
Super Eagles legend Finidi George faced a challenging match this weekend as his team, Rivers United, dropped valuable points at home in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
The match ended in a 1-1 draw against El-Kanemi Warriors, who played with ten men for a significant portion of the game in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on Sunday.
)
07:42 - 28.10.2024
Naija Stars Abroad: Ademola Lookman on fire as unknown 23-year-old outshines Super Eagles stars Boniface, Iwobi
Naija Stars Abroad reviews the performances of Super Eagles stars led by Ademola Lookman, Victor Boniface and a 23-year-old little-known striker.
PAY ATTENTION: Join the BETTING PROF Telegram channel now
In a clash between two of the league's unbeaten teams, El-Kanemi took the lead with a goal from Samaila Bello at the 30-minute mark. Rivers United responded quickly, equalising just three minutes later through Taofeek Otaniyi.
Despite their efforts, Rivers United could not secure a win, leaving them at the top of the league table with 21 points from a possible 27, three points ahead of their nearest rivals, Remo Stars.
)
The result left fans dissatisfied, with many taking to social media to voice their frustrations. Comments included expressions of disappointment over the team's inability to secure a victory against a ten-man opponent.
One fan remarked, "una get mind cut my ticket yesterday for home, small El-Kanemi wey even get red card ,,,una no try ooh,,,." Another added, "I am not underrating them, the club is more of a tactical team but Rivers being in first position should have that winning mentality."
)
Despite the criticism, Finidi George remains committed to maintaining his team's unbeaten record as they look ahead to their next fixtures in the league.
Meanwhile, the former Super Eagles manager has implemented several key strategies that have contributed to Rivers United's impressive unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
)
After the setback that greeted his exit as coach of the Super Eagles, Finidi has found success with his new team, currently sitting atop the league standings.
Click this Pulse Sports Nigeria report to read more about how the Ajax legend has changed the Pride of Rivers in the NPFL.
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)