Rivers United shot stopper Osagie Onisodumeya has backed his team to go all the way in the title race after a commanding 3-0 win over Abia Warriors in their Matchday 36 clash.
The Pride of Rivers delivered a strong second-half performance at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, with goals from Wasiu Falolu, Timothy Zachariah, and Bello Babatunde sealing all three points.
Osagie Onisodumeya backs Rivers United title charge after dominant win
After the game, Osagie Onisodumeya reflected on the tough nature of the encounter but highlighted the team’s belief and resilience.
“It wasn’t an easy match, I won’t lie. It wasn’t an easy match, but we give God the glory for the victory. We thanked God for the goals.”
Despite the early struggles in front of goal, Rivers United stayed patient and eventually broke through after the break.
“That is the most important thing. Our players didn’t give up. We knew that we were going to win.”
Rivers United stay in title race as Onisodumeya eyes league glory
The breakthrough came five minutes into the second half when Wasiu Falolu tapped in from close range after connecting with a header by the in-form Handsome Surveyor.
Timothy Zachariah doubled the advantage 22 minutes later with a calm finish, before Bello Babatunde wrapped up the win in style with a powerful right-footed strike from outside the box in the 89th minute.
Osagie Onisodumeya admitted the goals took time to come but insisted confidence never dropped within the squad.
“That is for sure. We knew that we were going to win. We were playing, but the goal was not coming.”
“In the second half, we got the goals. We gave all the glory to God.”
The result keeps Rivers United just one point behind leaders Rangers International with two games left, setting up a tense finish to the campaign.
When asked about their chances of lifting the title, the goalkeeper remained firm in his belief.
“Yes, for sure. We have every chance to win the league. We are not giving up. We keep on pushing. That is the most important thing until the last day.”
Attention now shifts to a crucial clash against Wikki Tourists at the New Jos Stadium, a fixture that could define Rivers United’s title hopes.