𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐓! Super Eagles icon Nwankwo Kanu throws Enyimba gates open for Finidi George

Kanu Nwankwo, the Enyimba boss.

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐓! Super Eagles icon Nwankwo Kanu throws Enyimba gates open for Finidi George

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 19:57 - 14.02.2025

Nwankwo Kanu's Enyimba will go head-to-head in a crucial NPFL battle against Finidi George's Rivers United this weekend.

In a bold move to rally support and boost morale, Enyimba FC via Nwankwo Kanu have announced that fans will have free access to their crucial NPFL match against Rivers United this weekend.

The all-important league match is set to take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time.

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The club, known as the People’s Elephant, announced on their social media channels, encouraging fans to come out and support the team.

The message read: “𝐆𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐅𝐄𝐄? 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐓! Tomorrow's clash against Rivers United is 𝐀𝐁𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐔𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄! Come and cheer the People's Elephant!”

Nwankwo Kanu is the Enyimba chairman gives fans free access.
Nwankwo Kanu is the Enyimba chairman gives fans free access.

Aiming for Redemption

This initiative comes as Enyimba seek to bounce back from a challenging period, having won just one of their last eight matches across all competitions.

The team has faced criticism for their recent performances and is eager to turn things around in front of a supportive home crowd.

Brown Ideye (left) and Enyimba training

The chairman of Enyimba FC, Nwankwo Kanu, confirmed the decision, stating that the free gate policy aims to encourage fans to don their blue and white attire and support the team as they strive for victory against Rivers United.

The upcoming match is particularly significant as it pits Enyimba against Rivers United, coached by the club’s former manager and ex-Super Eagles coach Finidi George.

Finidi George is looking for his second NPFL title after leading Enyimba to their ninth.

Both teams are looking to improve their standings in the NPFL, making this encounter a must-win for both sides.

As excitement builds for the match, Enyimba hope that the gesture of free entry will galvanise their supporters and provide the players with the motivation needed to secure a much-needed victory.

New Enyimba coach Stanley Eguma has won just one of the last eight matches.

Supporters of the People’s Elephant are encouraged to come out in full force to support their team in this critical clash.