Head Coach of El Kanemi Warriors, Aliyu Zubairu, has exuded confidence that the Borno Army would be ready for their CAF Confederation Cup first preliminary round foes, Dadje FC of Benin Republic next month.
The Warriors qualified to represent the country after their victory in the final of the Federation Cup against Abia Warriors and Zubairu opined that his boys are battle ready for the two legged encounter with the Beninoise.
“I have immense faith in our players. Their hard work and dedication will undoubtedly bring a significant impact in both the NPFL and the CAF Confederation Cup,” Zubairu said. “We are preparing rigorously, and I am confident that this team will make our fans proud.
“With the team’s morale high and their eyes set on victory, El-Kanemi Warriors are poised to make a formidable impression in the forthcoming competitions.
“The support from the fans and the community continues to inspire the players to strive for excellence, and they are committed to bringing glory to Maiduguri.”
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Meanwhile, Confederation of African Football (CAF) has given Beninese side Dadje FC an exemption to host their first preliminary round of the Confederation Cup at Mathieu Kerekou Friendship Stadium in Cotonou, Benin Republic as against earlier directives.
CAF, earlier in the month, urged Dadje FC to seek an alternative venue for their home game outside the country after the Stadium failed to get approval.
The football body arrived in the country on Wednesday after a round of inspection. They granted the Beninese side access to host the game at home but urged them to improve the playing surface before the game or risk banning.
Dadje FC will host El Kanemi Warriors in the first leg of the preliminary round of the Confederation Cup in the weekend of August 16th to 18th .