Rivers United Captain Nyima Nwagua has conveyed his unwavering optimism regarding the team’s chances of qualification, ahead of the CAF Confederations Cup match this weekend against Academica Petroleos Clube do Lobito(Angola).
The “Os Estudantes” will host the “Pride of Nigeria” on Sunday February 25 at the Luanda-Estadio 11 de Novemb. Kickoff time is 5pm (local time) and 5pm (Nigeria time).
With the group standings still open, the captain underscored the team’s belief in their capabilities and highlighted the unpredictable nature of football.
Speaking on behalf of the squad, Nwagua expressed their collective commitment to giving their all on the field in pursuit of qualification.
He emphasized the importance of the upcoming match, labelling it as a “must-win” encounter for Rivers United to bolster their chances of progressing to the next stage of the tournament.
“Because right now, it’s a must-win for us. The team is condemned to win in the B2 so that we can have an edge to the next stage.
And by the special grace of God, every player in the team knows what we are expecting, and everybody in the team knows what is at stake. We’ll try to get it right and push it from there.”
In the same vein, The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) has appointed Mr Abdulrazg Ahmed from Libya as the Referee for 2023/2024 CAF Confederation Cup Group C matchday 5 tie between Academica Petroleos Clube do Lobito(Angola) and Rivers United FC(Nigeria).
He will be assisted by compatriots Attia M Essa Amsaaed (Assistant Referee 1) and Alayat Mohammed Munji (Assistant Referee 2), while Elmabrouk Muhammad will serve as the fourth official.
The match will be commissioned by Fernando Alexandre Massave from Mozambique.
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