Akwa United bow to Abia Warriors in pre-season
Akwa United FC bowed 1-3 to Abia Warriors FC in a pre-season friendly match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.
The pre-season friendly match was played on Saturday August 26, 2023 and saw both Nigeria Professional Football League clubs continue their preparations for the new season.
As early as the 4th minute, Warriors took the lead before adding two more in the second half to lead 0-3.
Akwa United FC new signing Williams Sunday provided assist for Cyril Olisema to score what was a consolation goal for the Promise Keepers who lost 1-3 to visiting Abia Warriors FC.
A poor run of results in pre-season does not affect his plans for the new season, says Akwa United FC Head coach Fatai Osho who was presented to the public on Wednesday August 23.
Enyimba International FC also defeated Akwa United FC 1-3 while Bayelsa United FC and NNL Club FC ONE Rocket held the Promise Keepers to a 0-0 draw three days ago.