Abia Warriors look to end drought against Rivers Utd

Abia Warriors look to end drought against Rivers Utd
Abia Warriors are set to welcome Rivers United in Umuahia this Sunday, in a crucial Nigeria Premier Football League fixture, as they aim to bounce back to winning ways after a four-game winless streak.
The Warriors have been flawless at home, not conceding a single goal this season at the Umuahia Township Stadium but drawing their last two games at the same venue.
Their neighbours, Rivers United, have been in good form, but they face a tricky challenge in Umuahia. They've lost their last two games against the Warriors at the Umuahia Township Stadium, and the Warriors will look to sustain the streak.
It is going to be a tough, intriguing and entertaining spectacle for the fans, given the pedigree of both sides as the two Rivers State born coaches, Imama Amapakabo and Finidi George test their tactical prowess.
The Umuahia warlords have averaged 0.8 goals (scored) per game and 0.67 goals conceded, whereas the visitors have averaged 0.77 goals (scored) and 0.31 goals conceded.
After 15 games played, Umu Chineke are in 6th position on the league table with 23 points, while the Pride of Rivers occupy the 3rd position with 26 points after playing 13 games.
*Head To Head: Last 5 Games*
13/04/25 AWFC 2-0 RUFC24/11/24 RUFC 1-0 AWFC15/05/24 AWFC 2-0 RUFC19/11/23 RUFC 2-1 AWFC26/03/23 RUFC 1-1 AWFC
*Injury Update*
OUT
Skipper Augustine Njoku and Ayodele Ezekiel are still out.
IN
Rivers United nemesis last season, Emmanuel Ogbuagu, is back.

Abia Warriors will host Rivers United at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Sunday, 7th December 2025, for the Matchday 16 fixture of the Nigeria Premier Football League. Kickoff time is 16:00 hours local time.