Rivers Sports Commissioner charges Rivers United to make history ahead of CAF Champions League clash with Watanga

The Rivers State Sports activities Commissioner, Barr. Chris Inexperienced on Thursday charged the gamers, coaches and officers of Rivers United to etch their names within the historical past books as they gear up for his or her journey within the 2022-23 CAF Champions League.

The ‘Delight of Rivers’ have by no means claimed Africa’s prestigious title in membership soccer and can start their quest with a primary leg first (preliminary) spherical tie with Liberian champions Watanga FC on Sunday.

Understanding the burden of the duty forward, Barr. Inexperienced visited the reigning Nigeria Skilled Soccer League (NPFL) champions throughout their preparations at their house floor to guarantee the cost of their bonuses on Friday as he voiced phrases of assist whereas charging the crew to do Rivers State, and the nation at giant, proud.

“Let me first say, I imagine in you all. You all are ambassadors of Rivers State. You’re the champions of the land. You might have put smiles on the faces of your individuals,” Barr. Inexperienced mentioned.

“We should take it one step at a time and never underrate our opponents as a result of they’re additionally champions of their land.

“Allow us to attempt to work as a unit and as one to make Rivers State and Nigeria proud.

“You might have the possibility to place your names into the historical past books by successful the CAF Champions League and be generally known as not solely heroes in your land however recognized in Africa and the world at giant.

“We should cherish and relish this chance.

“We’ve got tried previously however I am certain you guys have come again with greater expertise. Now I would like you to start out this journey and don’t have anything however victory in the back of your minds.”

Barr. Inexperienced additionally reminded the gamers of the monetary assist from the membership’s primary supporter and Governor of the State, His Excellency, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike (CON, GSSRS POS Africa) whereas additionally confirming that every one excellent bonuses can be cleared on Friday.

“Let me additionally remind you of the promise of the Governor of our expensive State (Rivers), His Excellency, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike as he has acknowledged that every member of the crew will obtain $40,000.00 USD should you attain the group levels of the competitors.

“All of your bonuses will even be paid tomorrow (Friday). So you’ve got all of the assist on this planet each financially and mentally. Therefore, go and do us – and yourselves proud.”

Rivers United will welcome their fellow West African outfit to the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt on Sunday, September 11, 2022 earlier than making the journey to face their opponents for a second leg per week after.