Proud Akwa United supporter calls for massive turnout in Uyo ahead of Enyimba showdown
Edidiong Stephen, a fervent supporter of Akwa United, has issued a passionate call to all football enthusiasts in Akwa Ibom state, urging them to rally behind their beloved team ahead of a crucial NPFL match against Enyimba.
In a heartfelt message addressed to the football followers of the state, Stephen emphasized the significance of the upcoming fixture, slated for today, Monday, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 4:00 PM. He stressed that a victory for Akwa United is imperative to bolster their chances of retaining their spot in the league.
Highlighting the transient nature of players and management within the club, Stephen underscored the enduring connection between Akwa United and the people of the state. He urged fellow supporters to demonstrate unwavering support for the club, irrespective of the individuals involved, as they carry the emblem of the state and represent its populace on the field.
“Let’s love our club,” Stephen urged, “and set aside personal sentiments towards individuals within the team. Our allegiance should be to the collective entity of Akwa United, which belongs to our state and all of us.”
Appealing for unity among fans, Stephen called for a ceasefire on personal biases and grievances, emphasizing the shared responsibility of defending the pride, integrity, and bragging rights of Akwa Ibom state. He urged supporters to converge at the stadium in large numbers, united in their fervor to propel Akwa United to victory.
“In solidarity, let’s give Akwa United the formidable backing they deserve,” Stephen concluded, urging fans to turn up en masse and create an electrifying atmosphere to spur the team towards success.
As earlier reported here, Akwa United have returned to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, having played all but one 2023/2024 NPFL season home games at the Eket City Stadium.
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AKWA UNITED VS ENYIMBA!
Dear football followers in Akwa Ibom state, I bring you special greetings. As followers of the beautiful round-leather game, I suppose you already know that Akwa United will tackle Enyimba in an NPFL matchday-22 fixture today, Monday, at Godswill Akpabio stadium from 4:00pm, and I suppose also you know that Akwa United absolutely must win the football match to brighten their chances of staying in the league.
Like players come and go, so does the management of the team comes and goes but the club – Akwa United, belong to our state and to all of us. As they file out later today, regardless of the origin of each participating player, they will do so carrying the emblem of our state and representing our people.
Therefore, let’s love our club, let’s not necessarily love or hate the individuals at the club for anybody can be appointed to manage the club at any time provided that the club continue to exist. Let’s bury the hatchet and come together to defend the pride, integrity and bragging rights of our state. Let’s unite to give Akwa United one very serious push today by turning up in vast numbers to Godswill Akpabio stadium, take the noise levels several decibels up and ultimately cheer on our darling team to victory.
I will be there, you should be there, let’s all be there! Let’s do our part!! It’s the very least we can do!!!
EDIDIONG STEPHEN
A Proud Supporter of Akwa United
