By Ogo Clarkson 

After an intense battle in the oriental derby between Abia Warriors against Enyimba that resulted to a 2-2 draw, Coach of both clubs have admitted that their attention will be focused on Heartland of Owerri and Rangers of Enugu as next opponents. 

Coach Joe King Akuma noted that fatigue affected the strength of his players, emphasing that Enyimba will be though against Rangers by 11am on Friday.

However, Rangers Coach Basil Obeta said his strategies worked as they defeated hard fighting Heartland 1-0.

Coach Obeta declared that Rangers will take each opponent as it come without fear or less.

While, Coach Emenike Ezeugo of Abia Warriors said he has learnt his mistake and he will correct it when Abia Warriors take on Heartland fc by 9am this Friday. 

" I learnt my mistakes, witnessing Enyimba coming from behind twice to leveled up a 2-2 draw. This will not repeat itself against Heartland or Rangers".

Rangers are topping the NPFL Under 17 South East Zone after Matchday 1 with 3 points leaving Abia Warriors and Enyimba who share spoil with a 2-2 draw in 2nd and 3rd position respectively on 1 point as Heartland will go for broke to pick her first point.