Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fans are still head over heels after UFC star, Israel Adesanya arrayed himself in an Enyimba jersey.
Adesanya, renowned for his prowess in the octagon, shared a snapshot on his X account adorned in the away Enyimba jersey, captioning it “Soaring to new heights… Pray you keep up the pace” alongside Nigerian flag, eagle, and star emojis.
Enyimba FC, based in Aba, Abia State, holds a storied legacy within Nigerian football as one of the most successful clubs in Nigeria and boasts an impressive record of domestic and continental achievements. The club has clinched the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) title numerous times and made significant strides in continental competitions, including winning the prestigious CAF Champions League on two occasions.
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Soaring to new heights…
Pray you keep up the pace. pic.twitter.com/DBbl6nDXyj— Israel Adesanya (@stylebender) May 8, 2024
SportsDokita (Odogwu ☝) tweeted, “Former UFC Champion, Israel Adesanya seen rocking Enyimba FC of Aba’s 3rd kit and it’s a beauty!!!! I need to get this jersey for myself and special kudos goes to Enyimba FC Chairman, legendary Papillo, Kanu Nwankwo.”
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Respected journalist Adepoju Tobi Samuel (@OgaNlaMedia) commended Adesanya for elevating the Enyimba jersey to international acclaim while emphasizing the need for concerted efforts to enhance the NPFL’s stature as a prominent brand. “We can all play our part and make the NPFL a big brand and product… Making the NPFL better needs serious work and years of consistency and implementation of new policies. Thank you @stylebender for adding brand value to @EnyimbaFC and NPFL 💚.”
Other fans also expressed their joy on Twitter.
Ebubedike (@EbubedikeOchu) said “Repping the @EnyimbaFC jersey, nice one supporting the home base clubs.” Another fan Edu Aba (@chifavourr) tweeted “This Enyimba FC you’re putting on gives me great joy”.
