NPFL24: Akwa United Will Build On Victory Over Remo Stars, Says Fatai Osho

NPFL24: Akwa United Will Build On Victory Over Remo Stars, Says Fatai Osho

Precious Oham

Fatai Osho of Akwa United has hailed his players for their resilience in fighting back in the 5-goal thrilling win over Remo Stars on Matchday 9 of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Promise Keepers produced a scintillating performance to record their second win of the season beating Remo Stars 3-2 at the Eket Stadium.

Reacting to his team’s victory, Osho praised his team’s fighting spirit and stressed that the win has boosted their confidence.

“I’m impressed with my players for the performance they put up. They all came to the party and the goals we were struggling to score in previous matches came spectacularly against a team like Remo Stars. 

“We didn’t allow the early goal we conceded to distract us, the boys didn’t drop their heads because they knew they needed to get the job done. My players showed mental toughness and resilience to fight back. Coming back from a goal down to lead 3-1 and finally winning 3-2 is a sign of good things to come and we want to build on this victory."

The result means Akwa United has improved their superior head-to-head record against Remo Stars to six wins, one draw, and one defeat in eight meetings. 

The Promise Keepers have now recorded two victories and three draws in their five home games played so far this season, they will next travel to Kaduna to tackle Niger Tornadoes on Matchday 10.