Coach Amapakabo reveals secret behind Rivers United draw

Coach of Abia Warriors, Imama Amapakabo has revealed how his side was able to secure a much-needed draw against Rivers United at the Adokiye Amiesimaka’s Stadium on Sunday, May 23.

That draw meant Rivers United, who prior had not dropped a point at home, lost their 100% home record in the league.

Speaking to the press after the game, the former Super Eagles assistant gaffer provided tactical explanations on how his side halted Rivers United's incredible run of results at home.

“We knew for sure like I told my team, they’re a straight jacket team – they have one way to play and they can’t deviate from that play.

“We knew from what they played in their last game when they won, that they had two very physical enough ball players in the middle. Their strength was going to come from the sides, in Aguda and Eso.”

“We prepared for them, we organized, our defense had to move, we had to keep shape, and not run anyhow out of positions. We knew that once we were able to keep our lines perfectly, we’d be able to get the result.” He said.

The former Rangers International boss added his side should have won the game.

“Arguably, I think you can say we had the best chance of the game. Predictably too, we knew that they were going to shoot from outside the box, and great game from goalkeeper” he concluded.