Rivers United are now the leaders of the Group C in the ongoing CAF Confederations Cup tournament npflupdates.com reports.
Rivers United last Sunday at the prestigious Godswill Akpabio Stadium Uyo, defeated it’s Tunisian opponent Club Africain to go top of the Group C. A goal in the 40th minute from team captain Nyima Nwagua ensured the Pride of Rivers emerged victorious in the first period.
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Rivers United top of their CAF Confederations Cup Group
Meanwhile several efforts from Club Africain to restore parity in the game fell on a duck’s back, as the host held their positions and cruised to victory.
The former Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions achieved the feat(of topping their Group) after winning two matches in its last three games.
Coach Stanley Eguma in a post-match presser acknowledged the doggedness of his boys and his backroom staff.
According to the coach, the team will leverage on the win as they hope to make it to the next round of the tournament.
In another story, reigning Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Enyimba emerged victorious in a local Derby between Abia Warriors last Sunday.
Goals from Happy Eze Ekwutoziam and Nnachi cancelled out a draw attempt by Njoku’s stoppage time goal.
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Enyimba are now hoping to maintain its winning mentality as they charge towards defending their title this season.
