Enyimba Qualified For Confederation Cup Group Stage By Luck – Coach Yemi Olanrewaju

The technical adviser of Enyimba of Aba, Yemi Olanrewaju has argued that Enyimba’s advancement to the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup was based on luck.

Enyimba who have won the CAF Champions League twice, clinched a 3-2 victory on penalties against Burkina Faso’s Etoile Filante in their second preliminary round match on Sunday, following a 0-0 draw over two legs.

Despite having opportunities to secure a win during regulation time at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Enyimba failed to capitalize on them.

Olanrewaju emphasized the need for his players to enhance their performance in the group stage of the Confederation Cup, saying, “I wish we could have ended the game before the penalties considering the chances we missed. We were lucky to escape, and we can’t proceed to the next stage with this level of play.”

The coach continued, “If we are to progress to the quarter-finals, we must take advantage of our opportunities. There was a bit of anxiety from the lads, and they seemed rushed in their approach. We were not composed in the final third. We are fortunate to have advanced to the group stage.”

Note that with the exit of El-Kanemi Warriors, Remo Stars, and now Enugu Rangers, Enyimba of Aba is the only Nigerian side left in continental club football this season.