Onyeali Predicts Tough ‘Abia Derby’ in Umuahia

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Abia Warriors attacking midfielder Ifeanyi Onyeali has predicted a difficult ‘Abia derby’ against former Nigerian champions Enyimba.

The Umuahia Warriors will host the two-time African champions in Wednesday’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) matchday 4 clash at the Umuahia Township Stadium.

Onyeali said his side will make Enyimba pay for the three points the Umuahia outfit lost at top-flight newcomers Remo Stars in Sagamu.

“The clash is a local derby and predictably it’s not going to be easy but we are going to win.
“We just lost three points at Remo Stars and somebody must pay for the loss.
“Unfortunately, Enyimba are up next, so they must pay for the painful defeat.
“Besides, we need the three points more than Enyimba.

“We will then head off to Jos to confront our former coach, Kennedy Boboye’s side, Plateau United.

“Victory in the clash against Enyimba will serve as huge morale boost going forward to confront Plateau United.

“We are not happy with the manner in which we lost the clash at Remo Stars and we have vowed to make amends immediately,” said the former Bussdor United goal poacher to supersport.com.
Warriors have six points in their kitty from a possible nine, the same as Enyimba.