The Digest:
Rivers United manager Finidi George expressed disappointment after his side conceded a stoppage-time equalizer in a 1–1 draw with Abia Warriors. Finidi criticized his team’s lack of concentration and mental strength to see out a win away from home.
Key Points
- Maclyn Biokpo gave Rivers United the lead in the 87th minute.
- Suraj Lawal equalized for Abia Warriors deep into stoppage time.
- Finidi highlighted the team’s failure to manage the game mentally.
- He lamented that the players seemed unsure about securing a victory.
- The draw was described as “unfortunate” and “a sad one” by the manager.
- Rivers United remain contenders in the NPFL but dropped crucial points.
- Finidi emphasized the need for stronger mental resilience in closing out matches.
In a league where every point matters, lapses in concentration can turn certain wins into painful draws, a lesson Rivers United must learn before the storm of the title race intensifies.
Sources: Soccernet, Complete Sports
