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Enyimba's youthful coach has summed up the club's current struggles, stating that the Elephants have been unlucky but will trust the process.
Enyimba's head coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, has delivered a stark wake-up call regarding the club's ongoing struggles, noting that in football, 'nobody cares' about their misfortunes unless they secure maximum points.
The People’s Elephant, Nigeria's most successful football team, are currently facing a crisis, having failed to win any of their last nine matches across competitions.
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Enyimba remain with just a point after two defeats in three matches in the CAFCC.
Olanrewaju acknowledged the challenges the team has faced recently, stating, “The past few weeks have been tough and crazy. We have drawn some games we should have won with the way we dominated and played.”
Despite these sentiments, he stressed that external sympathy would not help the Elephant’s situation. Instead, the youthful coach called for trust in the process as they work to improve their performance on the pitch.
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Trusting the Process
The coach pointed out that while luck has not been on their side—citing "crazy decisions" that have gone against them—he believes the team is growing stronger and adapting.
“We are getting stronger as a group and we trust the process,” he added, signalling his commitment to developing the squad despite the current setbacks.
Enyimba's recent performances have seen them drop out of title contention, leaving fans and management concerned about the direction of the club.
The team has struggled to convert dominance in matches into victories, leading to a series of frustrating draws - seven in the last nine matches.
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Olanrewaju's comments reflect a broader acknowledgement within the club that results are what ultimately matter in football.
With Enyimba set for their next fixture, a home match against Bendel Insurance, they will need to stay together to turn their fortunes around.
Olanrewaju's call for unity and trust in their process may be crucial as they aim to regain their status as one of Nigeria's premier football clubs. The upcoming matches will be vital for restoring confidence and securing much-needed points in the league.
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