Heartland is poised for revitalization as they prepare to compete against the struggling Lobi Stars at Aper Aku Stadium this Sunday.
As the competition reaches a crucial phase and the standings are starting to take shape, Lobi Stars find themselves engaged in a battle to escape the relegation zone, having accumulated a total of nineteen points while conceding twenty-four goals thus far.
Despite their difficulties in securing favorable results away from home—having suffered defeats in their last three matches, including a loss to Bendel Insurance—Lobi Stars appear more competitive on home ground. They have achieved five victories out of seven matches at home, alongside two draws.
Following recent victories against Plateau United and Kwara United, both by a score of 1-0, Lobi Stars have accumulated a total of twelve goals at home, in contrast to a mere four goals scored in away matches.
Naze Millionaires, is determined to alter their historical performance at Aper Aku Stadium, where they have faced defeat in all five previous encounters. This includes a narrow loss in February, where they conceded only one goal against Lobi Stars.
Emmanuel Amunike’s side, away from home soil, has not been favorable, as they have just claimed one win in their past five matches. Their last win was against Abia Warriors, where they triumphed 2-0, with Ogu Michael and Agor Chukwuma netting the ball to save their teammates.