Enyimba’s teenage sensation, Izuogu Chibueze rose from the bench in the second half to earn the People’s Elephant’ all 3 points in Ibadan against Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC).
The former Papilo Academy FC young star, Izuogu, who saved the best for the last moment when his power drive almost at the end of the added time silenced the entire Ibadan fans to secure all points for the Aba giants.
Reacting to Enyimba media after they were held hostage by the irate fans of 3SC for over 30 minutes inside the dressing room, Izuogu dedicated the moment to his team mates, Coaches and the fans for all the support they have been giving to him.
“It was a solid performance from the team and very happy to have gotten my first goal in the NPFL.
“I worked so hard for this moment and I say a big thank you to my team mates and Coaches for always supporting and the fans as well for their support and I hope I continue to score more goals,” Izuogu stated.
Coach Yemi reiterated the target of the club even as he acknowledged that defending the league title won’t be easy but that in Enyimba they are working hard to stay within touch among the top three on the log and if the title is elusive we can make do with a continental ticket.
