Stories by Paul Erewuba
As the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) enters its matchday 27 this weekend, Enyimba of Aba would tackle Akwa United in a winner takes all encounter.
The People’s Elephant would attempt to trample on their foes as both teams meet at the Umuahia Township Stadium to determine who runs away with the three points at stake.
The match, according to keen League watchers will be tension soaked because both teams need the three points to shore up their points and aim for the top spot.
Enyimba are currently third on the league table with 41 points after 26 matches, while Akwa United are 4th on the table with 40 points after playing 25 games.
Enyimba on Wednesday in Umuahia defeated El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri 4-0 in Week 26 fixture.
Ikechuckwu Ibenegbu scored the first goal in the 45th minute of the game while Chinonso Okonkwo scored in the 47th and 57th minutes to extend their lead.
Stephen Chukwude scored the fourth goal in the 85th minute to take the match beyond the visitors.
Speaking ahead of Sunday encounter, Ibenegbu told Saturday SunSport that they are condemned to defeat Akwa, as all the players have resolved to put in their very best and come out of the encounter unscathed.
“Our aim is to win this year’s league and we know it is an accomplishment we must keep. Akwa United are a good side no doubt, but we are certain that they will bite the dust at the end of hostilities.
“The three points will go a long way in boosting our chances of laying claim on the league shield if we win.”