3SC boss, Akeem Busari, has predicted a tough encounter between his side and Dolphins when they meet at the Liberation Stadium on Wednesday in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).
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Busari told supersport.com that despite the contrasting fortunes of both sides on the opening day of the season, he has warned his players that they have to be on top of their game to avoid defeat in Port Harcourt.
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"It is going to be a tough game for us because Dolphins lost their opening game, and they will also have it at the back of their mind that we held them to a draw in the corresponding fixture last season," he said.
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"It is their first home game of the season and there will be a lot of pressure on them to win, but we have also prepared for this match and must adhere strictly to our plan for us to get something out of it.
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"Though it's an away game, it's all about attitude and psyching. All we pray for is good officiating," he added.
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Busari also praised his players for continuing with their brilliant pre-season form in the opening tie against Gombe United.
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"From what I saw against Gombe United, I can say our preparations have paid off as the boys showed a strong desire to win from the blast of the whistle," he proudly said.
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"Gombe United played well, but we were still able to outplay them, and it is the same attitude we must take to Port Harcourt.
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"It will not be easy as they (Dolphins) are a top side, but I believe in the character of my team and we are determined to take home something from this match to maintain our position on the league table."
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3SC lead the Professional Football League standings on goal difference after the first round of matches.
Good they are thinking of that too, it is very important for them to do that. Dolphins is not a good team at all
Lemme just say the better team will win. Whoever plays better will carry the day