Rivers United midfielder, Osimaga Duke, has referred to as the upcoming match in opposition to Akwa United a “must-win” for his group.
Rivers United, often known as the Delight of Rivers, will face Akwa United in a matchday 5 fixture of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) in Port Harcourt on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Duke, who used to play for Akwa United, promised to offer his finest within the recreation and urged followers to come back out in massive numbers to assist the group.
“It is a must-win recreation for us. If we win, we’ll transfer to the highest of the league desk. We simply have to win,” Duke stated.
He added, “The followers ought to anticipate 100% effort from me, particularly because it’s in opposition to my former group. I gained’t allow them to down. They need to come and assist us. Akwa United has misplaced two video games, and I do know they’ll attempt to get a minimum of some extent, however we should beat them. We want this win to remain on the high of the desk.”
Duke had a short spell at Akwa United that didn’t go as deliberate. He has additionally performed for Dakkada FC, Sunshine Stars, and Lobi Stars FC.