The People’s Elephant kicked off their season in impressive fashion, shrugging off an early setback to emerge victorious in a thrilling 3-1 win at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri. Heartland FC drew first blood through Lawal Suraju’s 53rd-minute strike, leaving Enyimba fans’ hearts racing with concern.
But our team, fueled by determination and grit, refused to yield. Ifeanyi Ihemekwele’s equalizer in the 66th minute reignited hope, and then, the magic happened! Clinton Jephta’s brace in the 71st and 73rd minutes sealed the deal, securing a 3-1 triumph for Enyimba.
The comeback was nothing short of spectacular! Coach Olarenwaju’s post-match words resonated deeply: “It’s important that we start on a good note…the three points are better for the team and our confidence.”
This win is a testament to the team’s resilience and a perfect boost ahead of their CAF competition clash against Etoile Filante on September 14th. As we bask in the glory of this win, we remember that there are 37 more games to go. But for now, we will savor this sweet victory over our Oriental neighbors.
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