Rivers United head coach Finidi George has praised his gamers for his or her resilience and rising confidence on the street after they secured one other spectacular away win — a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Plateau United in Jos.
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Rivers United had been pressured to dig deep after conceding early to a Nenrot Silas strike, however the response from Finidi’s males was swift and decided.
Goalkeeper Ani Ozomena stored the Satisfaction of Rivers within the contest with a shocking first-half save that denied Plateau United a second aim and gave his facet a platform to regroup.
The equaliser got here by way of Boluwaji Sholumade, getting back from suspension and saying himself instantly with a composed end to tug Rivers United degree.
The momentum shifted within the second half as Rivers United pushed greater, pressed with larger intent, and compelled Plateau United into uncomfortable lengthy balls.
Simply when the match appeared destined to finish in a draw, Rivers United struck late.
A harmful counterattack led to a exact cross from Okon Aniekeme, which a Plateau United defender mis-kicked into his personal web — sealing a dramatic and deserved away victory.
The win strikes Rivers United joint-top of the NPFL desk alongside Nasarawa United, nonetheless with a sport in hand.
Rivers United have amassed a complete 11 away factors — the very best within the NPFL this season and have stay
unbeaten on the street — in seven matches pulling two victories and 5 drawn video games.
Rivers United proceed to develop into one of many league’s most organised and constant sides beneath Finidi’s management after extending their unbeaten to eight video games.
A happy Finidi applauded the staff’s enchancment after halftime:
“It’s an necessary win. Within the first half we allowed too many throw-ins and free kicks, and that stored them within the sport. We struggled a bit, however within the second half we pressed greater, gained the second balls, and managed the sector higher.”
On the staff’s latest kind, he added: “We’re pleased. We may have taken all three factors towards Abia Warriors final Sunday, nevertheless it didn’t occur. From two powerful video games, we’ve collected 4 factors — that’s good for us. We’re happy with the progress.”
Rivers United return residence to the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, the place they may host Wikki Vacationer on Monday in a Matchday 17 encounter.
