‘It’s a do-or-die game for us’ – Enyimba FC star talks tough ahead of Plateau United match

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Enyimba FC may have lost the Nigeria Premier Football League title to Rangers FC, but the People’s Elephants have continental football as an incentive ahead of their match against Plateau United.

Coach Yemi Olawenraju tutored Enyimba FC will welcome Plateau United Fc to Aba knowing a win will seal their place in CAF Club competition next season.

That match will take place on Sunday, June 23, 2024, with both former NPFL champions eyeing maximum points to bag one of two left continental slots.

Elijah Akanni of Enyimba FC has declared that their final game of the 2023/2024 NPFL season against Plateau United will be a “do-or-die” affair.

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Currently in third place, Enyimba is aiming to secure maximum points to earn a continental ticket. Akanni emphasized the importance of the match and the team’s determination to achieve victory.

“The game is going to be a very important one for us as it is the last match of the season. It’s a do-or-die game for us,” Akanni stated.

“We are going to give our best to win the match, get back to the top where we belong, and be in next season’s Champions League.”

Meanwhile, the club has already made an announcement that will attract fans to the stadium for the all-important game.