Abdallah credits possession plan and smooth pitch for Warri Wolves’ Enyimba point

Warri Wolves manager Hassan Abdallah said his side’s fitness, disciplined possession and ability to use the smooth surface at Enyimba International Stadium Aba were key to their goalless draw against Enyimba.

The Seasiders claimed their second away draw of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season in Sunday’s Euromatch-NPFL 2026/2027 Matchday-9 fixture.

They had previously shared the points away to Niger Tornadoes in Minna on 25 September.

Abdallah said his knowledge of the pitch’s size and condition shaped Warri Wolves’ preparations and their approach to the match.

Warri Wolves prepared to dominate possession

Speaking at the post-match press conference, the coach said his players had been instructed to keep the ball moving and maintain their mobility throughout the game.

“You know, right from the start, we kept the ball moving and made sure it continued to roll,” Abdallah said.

“I’ve been training for fitness and ball possession ahead of this match because I knew this pitch. That’s why you saw us keeping the ball, knocking it around, and everyone was mobile. That is the secret behind this draw.”

The plan enabled Warri Wolves to retain possession and circulate the ball effectively as they secured a point at Enyimba.

Abdallah said the result reflected the work put in by his players before the match, particularly their preparation for the playing conditions in Aba.

Abdallah pleased with away result

The Warri Wolves manager said he was highly satisfied with the draw and praised his players for earning the result on the road.

“Well, I must say that I’m very, very happy with this draw we’ve secured here today because we worked for it. I give thanks to Almighty God.

“We really worked for this because the pitch is smooth, and we have talented players who can keep the ball. So, we planned for this game, and it worked out.”