Two premier league giants Lobi Stars FC and Nasarawa United will meet in a friendly match tomorrow in Lafia, Nasarawa State, as part of efforts to fine-tune the players ahead of the NPFL Second Stanza commencement coming up this weekend.
This will be the second meeting of the two teams in a friendly game this year, the first encounter ended goalless in Makurdi which took place before the start of the 2023 season.
Head coach of Lobi Stars Mohammed Baba Ganaru after today’s training session before tomorrow’s game emphasized the need for total concentration from the lads which is central point as they set eyes on the playoff.
The gaffer will no doubt present a formidable team that would ensure a positive result after regulation time.
All the lads are available and fit to play when called upon, except for Suur Kumaga who is conspicuously absent due to his national assignment with U23.
Joseph Atule, Moses Tsehuan, Umar Abba and Kalu Orji have displayed a high level of experience and the Gaffer will rely on them as usual.
The Head Coach of Nasarawa United, Bala Nikyu will look forward to testing his players and keeping them in shape devoid of match rusty going into the second stanza of the league.
Emmanuel Ogbole, John Joshua, king Osanga, and Suleiman Akoza are among the players Coach Nikyu will hope for a good outing in tomorrow’s early kickoff.
In anticipation, the north central derby friendly will be lively and full of good actions.
