Finidi
By Olayiwola Mercy
Rivers United’s technical adviser, Finidi George, has expressed satisfaction with his team’s 1-0 win over Kano Pillars in a rescheduled matchday 15 game at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt. The victory was secured thanks to a goal from Boluwaji Sholumade, who netted the winner in the 88th minute.
Finidi acknowledged that the game was tough, especially considering Rivers United’s recent defeat to RS Berkane in the CAF Champions League. “It was a difficult game, we knew from the onset because for us coming from the defeat in Uyo it affected the players a bit psychologically,” Finidi said in a post-match interview.
Despite the win, Finidi wasn’t entirely pleased with his team’s performance, pointing out that they were sloppy in the first half. However, he praised the players for pushing hard in the second half to secure the victory. “In the first half, the players were a little bit sloppy, but in the second half, they pushed to see how to get the goal, and luckily for us, we scored,” Finidi added.
The win has lifted Rivers United’s spirits, and they now sit third on the table with 26 points from 13 matches, just one point behind leaders Ikorodu City. Finidi emphasized that the victory will boost the team’s morale, especially after their recent setback in the CAF Champions League.
Rivers United’s next assignment is against Abia Warriors in Umuahia this Sunday, and Finidi is expected to make some changes to address the team’s sloppy performance against Kano Pillars.
Finidi’s satisfaction with the win is understandable, given the team’s recent struggles. However, he knows that Rivers United can’t afford to be complacent, especially with tough opponents ahead.
