Heartland Queens’ chief coach, Adanna Nwaneri, anticipates a triumphant return as her team gears up to face former club side, Abia Angels, in a highly awaited NWFL Premiership matchday 3 oriental derby.
The clash is set to unfold at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba on Wednesday.
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Nwaneri, a former Nigerian player, expressed her eagerness for a convincing victory in what will be the first-ever competitive encounter between the sister teams.
“Of a truth, I have been giving that fixture a whole lot of attention and thinking right from the time the draws were made because it’s a match I want to win convincingly.
“We have severally changed and altered our training schedules upon return from Nasarawa Amazons aimed at coming up with a specific match plan strictly for the game.
“Incidentally, Abia Angels were my former team and even as an active player each time I am billed to face the former side I always do my very best and that attitude has not changed now that I am a coach.
So I want my girls to be at their best on matchday to give us the desired victory,” said the Nigerian cadet team assistant coach.
The chief coach has meticulously adjusted training schedules post their return from Nasarawa Amazons, aiming to devise a specific match plan for this pivotal game.
Having previously been associated with Abia Angels, Nwaneri remains focused on securing a win for Heartland Queens.
The seasoned coach emphasized her commitment to giving her best, echoing her approach as an active player when facing former teams.
Acknowledging the significance of the upcoming derby, Nwaneri stressed the strategic preparations undertaken by her team to ensure peak performance on matchday.
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She conveyed confidence in her players’ abilities and urged them to deliver the desired victory.
Regarding the fact that Abia Angels’ current coach was once associated with Heartland Queens, Nwaneri downplayed concerns about the former coach’s knowledge of the team.
She emphasized the dynamic nature of football, with players coming and going each season. Nwaneri expressed belief in her squad’s resilience and readiness to face any challenges.
The coach dismissed concerns about facing former players now with Abia Angels, asserting that the squad decisions were made based on merit.
She highlighted the unpredictable nature of football, where players may thrive in different environments.
Anticipating a challenging local derby, Nwaneri acknowledged the inherent difficulties but remained steadfast in her conviction that Heartland Queens would emerge victorious.
She credited the players’ determination and commitment, emphasizing their readiness to prove themselves on the field.
The clash with Abia Angels is an opportunity for Heartland Queens to climb the league standings, and Nwaneri remains optimistic about their prospects.
The chief coach looks forward to welcoming Confluence Queens on matchday 4 after their potentially triumphant encounter with Abia Angels.
