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Why I am optimistic that Rivers United will Eliminate Wydad Casablanca from CAF Champions League, right there in Morocco
Former Kwara United coach, Samson Unuanel says he’s optimistic Rivers United will oust Champions League holders Wydad Casablanca from the competition if they maintain the same fighting spirit in the return leg in Morocco.
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Recall that The Port Harcourt-based side were 2-1 winners over the defending champions on Sunday, putting them in good stead for the return leg in the North African nation.
The second leg of the encounter takes place on Friday, October 14th, 2022.
However, in an interview wiwith our correspondence, Unuanel stated that he was impressed with the never-say-die attitude of the players despite going a goal down.
“I am really impressed with the fighting spirit being displayed by the Rivers United players against an experience side like Wydad Casablanca.
“It was a game they showed their true character and applied pressure to get the needed victory and a goal advantage to take to the second leg in Morocco.
“I am optimistic the team can shock their North African opponent if they maintain the same fighting spirit in the second leg.”
