Enyimba FC finally broke their 10-game winless streak in emphatic fashion, defeating Mozambique’s Black Bulls Maputo 4-1 in a CAF Confederations Cup clash at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo.
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The home side, reeling from a 3-0 defeat in the reverse fixture, started brightly. Joseph Atule opened the scoring in the sixth minute, marking Enyimba’s first goal in five games. However, defensive lapses allowed Black Bulls’ Ejaita Ifoni to equalize moments later.
Ifeanyi Ihemekwele restored Enyimba’s lead on the stroke of halftime, his second goal in the tournament, handing the Nigerian champions a crucial edge as they headed into the break.
In the second half, Brown Ideye, Enyimba’s recent signing, announced his arrival in style. The experienced forward netted his debut goal for the club, increasing the margin to 3-1 and igniting celebrations among the home fans.
A late own goal from the visitors sealed the comprehensive victory for “The People’s Elephants.”
The win marked a turning point for Enyimba, reigniting their campaign in the competition and restoring confidence in their ranks.
