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Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 9:40am On Jul 05, 2015 |
High-flying Enyimba International face city |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Nobody: 9:48am On Jul 05, 2015 |
clash of clans. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 10:06am On Jul 05, 2015 |
taiocol: |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 11:44am On Jul 05, 2015 |
Chinedu Udoji (Enyimba captain on the #AbiaDerby
): "It's a derby but we are not putting any serious
attachment to it. It is a must win game for us
moreover it's a home game. We have been on a
good run. We are not taking any game for granted.
The league is very open this season and every point
is important to us. We are ready to get our three
points on Sunday. " |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 11:45am On Jul 05, 2015 |
Austin Obaroakpo (Abia Warriors captain on the
#AbiaDerby ): "Caging Enyimba strikers is not a one-
man effort, it will be a collective effort. If we defend
well as a team then we can get a clean sheet. We
went to Aba last season and got three points there.
This season will not be an exception. It will be a
tough match but we are 100% ready. We want to
repeat what we did last season." Mynd44 Fp please |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 11:48am On Jul 05, 2015 |
Enyimba vs Abia Warriors - is live on SuperSport 9 today from 4pm Seun, mukina2 |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Empredboy(m): 12:19pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
The rivalry between
Sharks and Dolphins
is the oldest local
derby in the Glo
Premier League, but
both sides have
plunged into
mediocrity, no thanks
to their position on the log.
Away from Rivers to neighbouring Abia is
home of the latest derby in the top flight, the
Abia Derby, between the famous Enyimba
and Abia Warriors, now called Abia Classico.
The Abia Derby is live on SuperSport 9 this
Sunday from 4pm.
Abia Warriors' promotion has produced the
derby and the quality has even boosted its
rising profile.
Truth be told. In only one year, the Abia
Classico, has moved to the top of the chart
considering its profile.
The derby also encapsulates the many
differences that exist between the
commercial-cum-industrial city of Aba and
its capital city neighbour, Umuahia.
Although log leaders, Sunshine Stars, are in
Makurdi to defend their status at Lobi Stars,
the Abia Classico will attract similar
attention, if not more.
This match means more to die-hard fans of
both sides than any other fixture and boasts
of all the essential ingredients that make
local duels such a special part of the game.
Enyimba’s perfect campaign which has
earned them an eight-match unbeaten run
has resulted in their position in second
place on 29 points with leaders Sunshine
Stars who have a superior goal difference.
Seven points separate both sides with the
Umuahia outfit on 22 points in 10th place.
A vital three points, as well as local bragging
rights, are perhaps more important than
ever in this third Abia Classico.
In this report, supersport.com examines five
crucial factors that would determine the
outcome of the match.
The Predators: Christian Obiozor v Chisom
Chikatara
As both sides head into Sunday’s clash, all
eyes will be on the duo of Obiozor and
Chikatara to lead the way with goals.
With three goals in four matches for his new
club, Obiozor is a man on fire.
Goals in consecutive matches against
Nasarawa United and Kwara United has
confirmed his rating as one of the best in
the league.
If you want to know why Kano Pillars have
been struggling to score, check his records
before the collapse of the relationship.
Four goals in the Super Six, one goal and
one assist in the pre-season tour of Ghana
and another goal in the Caf Champions
League victory at South Sudan side, Al-
Malakia, is a clear indication of what he
brings to any team.
Chikatara may not have the height of
Obiozor, but is blessed with speed, skills and
creativity.
As a rookie in the top flight, he was one of
the club’s leading scorers last term and
already has seven goals be counted
amongst the best this term.
The youngster missed the victory over
Bayelsa United due to suspension and is set
to make his return against Enyimba.
Agreed, Obiozor is more experienced after
representing the country at the 2014
Championship for African Nations (Chan)
and playing for top sides like 3SC, Rangers
and Pillars, but Chikatara’s determination to
excel is unequalled.
Go back to his goal against Enyimba which
earned his side a point in the second
meeting and you will understand his
importance to the team.
Obiozor: 3 Goals - v Heartland, v Nasarawa
United, v Kwara United (away)
Chikatara: 7 Goals - v Dolphins, v Wikki
Tourists, v 3SC, v Kwara United, v Warri
Wolves (away), v Sunshine Stars x2
Assists: Ezekiel Bassey v Ndifreke Effiong
Obiozor and Chikatara have earned their
ratings as talisman for their sides, but will
not achieve the task alone.
The goalscoring prowess of the duo will be
powered by contributions from effective
workmen like Ezekiel Bassey and Ndifreke
Effiong.
Bassey’s work rate on both flanks is well
documented since his top flight debut at
Akwa United last term.
It is rare to find him amongst the scorers,
but describe him as making the goals and
you will not be wrong.
Although many doubted his ability to cope
with the pressure at Enyimba, Bassey has
shown he is ready for the big stage.
If Bassey works like a donkey for Enyimba,
then Effiong is his equivalent at Abia
Warriors.
Effiong’s contributions to goals scored by
Abia Warriors cannot be over-emphasized
as he was clearly in charge with two assists
for Bolaji Sarkin and Ifeanyi Onyeali in their
mid-week victory over Bayelsa United.
Interestingly, he also put his name on the
scoresheet to complete the annihilation of
Bayelsa United and record his second this
term.
And in a league where only a few score
from dead-ball situations, Effiong can be
counted for this unique assignment.
Men in the dugout: Kadiri Ikhana v Ladan
Bosso
Sunday’s match will be won from the dug-
out where you will find the old and the new.
The old fox, Ikhana, belongs to the old
generation, while Bosso, represents the new
generation.
Ikhana led Enyimba to their third league title
back in 2003 and achieved the feat with
Kano Pillars in 2008.
Interestingly, Bosso, is also a former Pillars
coach, who joined the Umuahia side in
2014 after helping Bayelsa United finish in
third place in 2013.
Jersey Colour: White v Blue
If you are an Enyimba fan and believe in
superstition, then blue will not be good for
an Enyimba victory, on match day.
Last year, Enyimba played in their all blue
attire with Abia Warriors wearing all white.
Perhaps, this is the time for Enyimba to try
out something different by using all-white,
which is their alternate colour.
If Enyimba picks white; the Warriors will go
for their alternate colour, red.
Head-to-head (2014)
Abia Warriors own the bragging rights after
claiming four points from their 2014
meetings including a famous win at the
Enyimba International Stadium.
Aba
Enyimba 0-1 Abia Warriors 1 (Cletus Itodo)
Umuahia
Abia Warriors 3-3 Enyimba (Chima Uluocha,
Ifeanyi Onyeali, Chisom Chikatara - Mfon
Udoh, Rasheed Olabiyi, Ugwu Uwadiegwu) |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Krasid(m): 12:20pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Abia warriors are always fired up whenever they meet Enyimba.I see Enyimba winning, but it will be difficult.I predict a 1-0 victory in favour of Enyimba. |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Empredboy(m): 12:54pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
COLONEL OLAWALE FAWOLE is the referee for
the #AbiaDerby between Enyimba and Abia
Warriors. CHINA BLESSED and CHINA LEVI
CHINA are the assistant referees while the
4th official is SYLVESTER OHAKWE |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Jaypea98: 1:03pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
ENYIMBA My best team |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Lordave: 2:40pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Front Page please. Abeg make una no fail to update us. Up Enyi! |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 3:42pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Enyimba vs Abia Warriors XI #AbiaDerby :
Gaadi, Egbo, Garba, Okemmiri, Obaroakpo,
Obanor, Onyeali, Effiong, Chikatara, Binaebi,
Sakin |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 3:42pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Enyimba vs Abia Warriors XI #AbiaDerby :
Gaadi, Egbo, Garba, Okemmiri, Obaroakpo,
Obanor, Onyeali, Effiong, Chikatara, Binaebi,
Sakin |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 3:43pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Enyimba XI vs Abia Warriors #AbiaDerby :
Ejiogu; Aloma, Udoji, Anyanwu, Ojobo,
Uluocha, Anaezemba, Etor, Bassey, Obiozor,
Onyekachi |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 3:58pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
taiocol: |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 4:07pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
1 - Abia Warriors have kept one clean sheet in
their last seven league matches. |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 4:09pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Enyimba FC have kept one more clean
sheet than any other side in the league this
term. 8 |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 4:11pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
The game is now live on SuperSport 9 |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Theflint1(m): 4:12pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
front page mods! |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 4:15pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Empredboy:The lady that was in charge of that kwara game should have been in charge |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by Lordave: 4:15pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Updates please Mr Krasid |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by groundnutoil(m): 4:19pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Lordave:no goals yet |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by groundnutoil(m): 4:19pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Lordave:no goals yet 1 Like |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 4:19pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Krasid:Enyimba 0-2 warrioy |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by MaziOmenuko: 4:19pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
C'mon Warriors! Let's cage the Elephant! We did it last year, we will do it again today! #game-on! |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by groundnutoil(m): 4:20pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
[quote author=taiocol post=35514301][/quote]mod do something na abi u wan make i karry wine cum |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by MaziOmenuko: 4:25pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
See as they are bullying our kolanut seller; Chisom Chikatara, the most prolific striker in the glo premier league: 7 goals and still counting! #go warriors# |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by chezholy(m): 4:27pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
was that a penalty? 1 Like |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by crownprince102: 4:29pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
where is uduokirika1, una go see pepper today for una home |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 4:32pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
TOP 5 DEFENSIVE TEAMS 1 Enyimba 2. Warri Wolves 3.3sc 4. Wikki Tourist 5. Ifeanyiubah |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by MaziOmenuko: 4:35pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
Possession:
47 - 53
Goal attempts:
2 - 1
Shots on Target:
1 - 0 |
Re: Enyimba Vs Abia Warriors Today By 4pm by taiocol: 4:36pm On Jul 05, 2015 |
crownprince102:you guys are losing Karma is a biatch |
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