Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu's Enyimba spend '3 gruelling days' on the road ahead clash vs. unbeaten Warriors

Nwankwo Kanu and Enyimba are not having the best moments.

Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu's Enyimba spend '3 gruelling days' on the road ahead clash vs. unbeaten Warriors

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 12:46 - 19.10.2024

Nigeria's most decorated club Enyimba will face El-Kanemi Warriors in a crucial NPFL match on Sunday.

Nigeria’s most successful club side Enyimba FC, led by Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu, are set to face a stern test both on and off the pitch as they prepare for a crucial Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match against the unbeaten El Kanemi Warriors.

The People's Elephants, currently seeking their first win in three matches, have endured a gruelling journey to reach their destination for Sunday's clash, Maiduguri.

According to Pulse Sports Nigeria findings, Enyimba's travel ordeal began on Thursday when they departed from Aba. The team's journey lasted until Saturday morning, leaving them just less than 24 hours to recover and prepare for the match.

Not long after they arrived, the club took to social media to rally support from their fans, posting, "The People's Elephant Journeys to Maiduguri for Sunday's battle with the Warriors."

Nwankwo Kanu is the Enyimba chairman.
Nwankwo Kanu is the Enyimba chairman.

This message reminds the faithful supporters of the importance of the upcoming fixture as Enyimba look to solidify their position in the top four of the NPFL table.

Currently, Enyimba sit third in the league standings with 14 points. Their recent form has been a mix of results, with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches.

Enyimba players lineup ahead of their ast encounter in Aba.
Enyimba players lineup ahead of their ast encounter in Aba.

The team is eager to bounce back after consecutive draws, including their last home encounter against Niger Tornadoes in Aba.

Their opponents, El-Kanemi Warriors, present a formidable challenge. The FA Cup champions are the only unbeaten side left in the Football League, although they currently occupy the 13th position with eight points.

Yemi Olanrewaju, the Enyimba coach, will have to find a way to get his team to quickly shake off fatigue.
Yemi Olanrewaju, the Enyimba coach, will have to find a way to get his team to quickly shake off fatigue.

The Warriors' recent form shows resilience in the Football League, with one win and four draws in their last five matches.

As the clash approaches, all eyes will be on how Enyimba manages to overcome their travel fatigue and maintain their competitive edge.

El-Kanemi Warriors coach Aliyu Zubairu

The match not only represents an opportunity for the People's Elephants to regain winning form but also to potentially end El-Kanemi's unbeaten run.