Suspended Elu wishes Ifeanyi Ubah victory over Sunshine

FC Ifeanyi Ubah will aim to extend their unbeaten run when they host Sunshine Stars in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Match Day 25 game at the Ifeanyi Ubah Int’l Stadium, Nnewi on Sunday.

The Anambra Warriors, who are currently on a three match unbeaten run in all competitions, will be aiming to take all three points against their opponents although defender and stand in captain Wilson Elu believes it’s not going to be an easy match.

“It’s not going to be an easy match, both clubs know each other pretty well and here in our club we have a few players who have played for Sunshine Stars. Hopefully that will be an advantage for us”

Elu who is suspended for the match after being sent off in the last match against 3SC, went on to say that the team will be looking forward to build on its recent positive performances.

"The spirit in the team is very high, we have been improving and the results are beginning to come. All we desire is to continue the good run and by the special Grace of God we will do just that."

When asked whether the team will cope with his absence, Elu expressed Optimism that the team will get the three points even in his absence.

"As I said earlier, the spirit in camp is high and we are all playing for the team and for each other. I am very sure that we will get all three points even in my absence."

Team News:

Elu Wilson is suspended for Sunday’s match after being sent off last time out against 3SC in the 2-2 draw In Ibadan.

However, winger Okereke Maduabuchi is back after serving a one match suspension for accumulated yellow cards.

Team Stats:

The Anambra Warriors are yet to lose at home this season, only dropping points on two occasions, against MFM and Abia Warriors.

FC Ifeanyi Ubah also have the joint best home defense the 2016 NPFL season conceding only two goals at home.

FC Ifeanyi Ubah are yet to lose a match at home since returning to the top flight division.

Team Form Guide:

2-0 Niger Tornados W

1-3 Niger Tornados L

2-4 Nasarawa United L

1-0 Lobi Stars (Fed Cup) W

2-0 Rivers United W

2-2 3SC D