As the curtain is raised on the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League season this weekend, Abia Warriors Technical Adviser, Imama Amapakabo, has stated that Umu Chineke are prepared for the football season.
The Nigerian league season starts this weekend with a blockbuster fixture between league champions, Remo Stars and first runners-up, Rivers United, a fixture many league followers describe as a clash of the Titans.
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Umu Chineke will kick-start their campaign with a clash against former league champions, Kano Pillars, in what promises to be a thrilling encounter on Sunday.
During an interactive session with Abia Warriors Media, the club’s gaffer, Imama Amapakabo, gave assurances on the team’s readiness.
“It will be funny if at this time, a few days to the commencement of the league, we say we’re not prepared. We’ve been able to do our bits in our best possible way, I think we will be building on whatever it is that we’ve been able to achieve last season.”
The Rivers State-born tactician also stated that the team wants to start on a good note as the Warriors confront Kano Pillars in their first league match of the season.
He continued, “Let’s not forget that after our first game against Kano Pillars, we will play two straight away games, so, it’s better we start on a good footing and be amongst the pack that start leading the league from the onset. It’s going to give us a big plus, it’s a psychological booster too if we’re able to get a victory come Sunday.”
The history-making coach highlighted the essence of the club’s new signings.
He urged fans of the club to keep faith with the team, trust the process and continue showing their support.
Head To Head: Last 5 Games
15/02/25 KPFC 1-0 AWFC
29/09/24 AWFC 2-0 KPFC
04/03/24 KPFC 0-1 AWFC
15/10/23 AWFC 1-0 KPFC
18/06/22 AWFC 3-2 KPFC
Abia Warriors will battle for the maximum points against Kano Pillars on Sunday at the Umuahia Township Stadium. Kickoff time is 4pm.
