Madiba FC’s head coach, Oladimeji Ogunbodunrin, expressed his gratitude and relief following the team’s 2-1 comeback victory over Inter Lagos.
Reflecting on the match, he acknowledged the challenges faced, especially after conceding an early goal.
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Madiba FC was already one goal down but was able to change the table at some point and bring their hope alive.
Rating the encounter, Coach Ogunbodunrin while speaking in a post-match interview told Sports 247 “Well, I thank God for the victory and thank God so far for what God has done for us. It’s not what we expected but it’s part of the game. But thank God that we came back fully to the game.”
Coach Ogunbodunrin emphasized the importance of faith and perseverance, hinting at the team’s aspirations for promotion to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL).
“Let’s give everything to God. But I believe that we are here for the task. And surely, we’ll get what we want.
The first game, the second game. It’s not what people think we can do. But I believe by the next match, we’re going to live up to the standard. And this tournament, we’re here to compete for it.”
He candidly described the immense pressure he felt when the team was trailing, highlighting the emotional toll it took on him.
“You know, it wasn’t easy at all. And I believe that everybody will know that when they are beating your team and they are scoring your team, it’s a pressure, a big pressure on the coach.
But, like seriously, I didn’t get myself. I didn’t even know if I was alive. But thank God, here we are, we won this match at the end.”
This victory not only boosts the team’s morale but also reinforces their commitment to their NPFL promotion goals.
Coach Ogunbodunrin’s faith in his team’s potential remains strong as they prepare for their next match, aiming to maintain their winning momentum and meet the high expectations set for the tournament.
