Akwa United coach warns his team of Bendel Insurance ahead of the league opener
Akwa United manager, Ayodeji Ayeni has warmed his side of the threat of new promoted side Bendel Insurance, claiming “they are a clubs with pedigree.”
The Benin Arsenal, as the club is fondly called, gained promotion to the elite league last year and later won the Nigeria National League (NNL) during the Super 4 contest, where it finished with seven points from three matches ahead of Bayelsa United, El Kanemi Warriors and Doma United.
Akwa United will host the Vipers of Benin and coach Ayodeji has expressed confidence in his his team while he reminds football lovers of the threat of the Benin based team.
“As a team we have done a lot to prepare for the new season and I am confident that my players are battle ready to go on our town prove their worth on Sunday because they are here on merit.” Ayodeji said.
“It first match is against Insurance of Benin a newly promoted team to the top flight. They are a club with pedigree and I know the coach very well.
“We wanted to play them during our preseason programme but it wasn’t possible because of our congested programme during the festive season, but we have an idea about their playing pattern and style because we hah done our homework well after seeing them play some preseason games.” The coach concluded.
Akwa United won the league two years ago but lost the crown to Rivers United. Now with the league said to be plains in an abridged format, Coach Ayodeji wants to see his team challenge for the title.
“This season, we will be playing an abridged league format which means fewer matches can not leave anything to chance d that is why we have to start strong to ensure we sesure one of the play-off spot and from there we will challenge for for the title” Ajodeji told Bestchoice.
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