Heartland FC has formally launched a brand new part of its bold rebuilding undertaking with the arrival of high Dutch soccer advisor, Tom Sanders, in Owerri. Sanders—who brings greater than 25 years of technical and growth expertise throughout African soccer—kicked off his task on Thursday by observing the Naze Millionaires’ coaching session, leaving him extremely impressed with the squad’s uncooked potential.
“My first impression could be very constructive. There may be actual expertise right here,” Sanders mentioned after the session. “With endurance and every day work, this group can succeed.”
The Dutch professional’s arrival is a part of a broader strategic partnership engineered by Heartland’s Technical Supervisor, Emmanuel Amuneke (MFR), who believes the collaboration is a significant step towards restoring the membership’s continental status.
“Heartland isn’t a small membership. We as soon as reached the 2009 CAF Champions League ultimate,” Amuneke acknowledged. “This collaboration will assist take us to the following degree.”
Imo FA Chairman, Barr. Ifeanyi Dike, additionally applauded the transfer, likening it to among the most profitable Africa–Europe growth alliances—together with Ajax Cape City’s hyperlink with Ajax Amsterdam and ASEC Mimosas’ longstanding partnership with Arsenal.
The initiative is predicted to rework Heartland FC throughout a number of key areas:
Participant growth
Worldwide publicity
Technical enchancment
Organisational and structural rebuilding
For a membership with wealthy historical past however latest struggles, the brand new partnership marks a decisive flip. With Amuneke’s management and Sanders’ experience, Heartland FC seems able to redefine its id and reclaim its place amongst Africa’s elite.
The rebuild has begun—and a brand new chapter is unfolding for the Naze Millionaires.
