Rivers United are having fun with an excellent season, and star striker Nyima Nwagua has revealed the rationale behind the success.
The striker believes Rivers United hit their finest run of type of the season as a result of the gamers are embracing the tightrope of realizing a defeat will dent their hopes in one of many three titles they’re competing for.
The Nigerian Champions are via to the final eight of the CAF Confederation Cup, the place they may face Tanzanian aspect, Younger Africans for a spot within the semi-final.
Requested why his thinks Rivers United are doing so effectively within the CAF Confederation Cup, Nyima Nwagua defined that, “Taking part in continental matches throughout common NPFL season has actually helped Rivers United, In contrast to earlier than when Plateau United and others must play when the season was on break.
“No staff can assess its preparations with out enjoying aggressive matches. Generally these matches towards newbie sides aren’t good for preparations, as a result of we are able to see the lapses once we play towards groups from different nations.
“For me our calendar must be aligned with different components of Africa. We’ll go into the continental matches with good health and momentum.
“With that we are able to additionally play each 4 days, though some do complain in regards to the congestion of fixtures, however I don’t assume that’s an issue.”
The staff can be in good place to retain the home league title they received final season.
They keep second in Group B with only a level behind leaders Lobi Stars, with a recreation in hand.
Nyima, mentioned the membership is just not able to relinquish the crown they received final season.
“It’s not straightforward defending the league title, as a result of each staff needs to beat Rivers United and we have now to work laborious and respect our opponents.
“However I can say that, retaining the league is considered one of our targets. We wish to win again to again title for our followers.”
The Pleasure of Rivers will host Younger Africans S.C. on the weekend of April 23, but additionally have NPFL matches towards Niger Tornadoes and Dakkada.
