Enyimba assistant captain Dede Dare has reaffirmed the team’s determination to secure more points in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following their narrow derby victory over Kun Khalifat FC.
The nine-time league champions edged their Oriental rivals 1-0 in a Matchday 11 encounter at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, on Sunday.
Tobi Iyanda scored the decisive goal in the 15th minute to hand the Aba-based side all three points.
The victory lifted Enyimba out of the relegation zone, providing a much-needed boost to their campaign.
Dare Thumbs Up Win Over Kun Khalifat
Dare expressed satisfaction with the result, stressing that securing maximum points was the team’s priority.
“We are glad with the three points, as the victory will move us a little up on the league table,” Dare told the club’s media.
“The mindset was to secure the victory in the game, as we all needed the three points desperately.”
Rancher Bees Test Next For Enyimba
Enyimba will now turn their attention to their next league fixture against Ranchers Bees.
Dare acknowledged that the outcome of the encounter could not be guaranteed but insisted that the team would approach the game with confidence and determination.
“In football, nothing is guaranteed. You are not certain you will get a win. We will go there with the determination to get a win,” he added.
By Adeboye Amosu
