Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has urged players of Rivers United to go for victory and glory in their two CAF Champions League games against reigning African champions Wydad Athletic Club of Casablanca.
Governor Wike who was represented by the Rivers State Sports Commissioner, Barr. Chris Green stated that the people of Rivers State and Nigeria are behind the team as they look to give the country creditable representation in Africa’s premiere club competition.
“The Governor, who is the number one fan of this club has asked me to inform you all that the people of Rivers State are solidly behind you in this national project,” Barr. Green said as he addressed players, coaches and officials of the club ahead of Sunday’s huge clash.
“I also want to let you know that the Governor has graciously approved the sum of $20,000.00 (N14,000,000) for each player for winning last season’s Nigeria Professional Football League title.
“The Governor has also announced that if you qualify for the group stages of the Champions League, you will receive $40,000.00 (N28,000,000) each.
“So, go out there and compete with dignity, honour and the traditional Rivers spirit to put smiles on the faces of Rivers people and indeed all Nigerians,” he concluded.
The Pride of Rivers will face the Moroccans in the first leg of their second round clash at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium this weekend with a win over two legs guaranteeing the victors a place in the group stage of the competition.
Rivers United, who are the champions of Nigeria defeated Liberian side Watanga 3-1 on aggregate in the first preliminary round last month to book a place against Wydad Club.
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