Igbajo United FC captain, Ojo Oladiti Amos, has given his honest assessment of newly appointed head coach, Sule Isa Eroje, as the team prepares for a crucial Nigeria National League (NNL) match day 8 clash against Abia Comets FC on Sunday.

Speaking to the club’s media team, Oladiti praised Coach Eroje’s impact on the squad, describing him as a “good person” and a leader who has significantly boosted the players’ confidence.
“Ever since Coach Sule arrived, he has brought a new level of belief into the squad. There’s no fear, despite our current position on the league table. If you watched our last away game against Dakkada FC in Uyo, you’d have seen the character and fighting spirit in the boys. We played very well, but luck was against us. The coach has given us confidence, and I expect us to take full advantage of playing at home this time,” Oladiti stated.

Despite Igbajo United FC’s struggles, currently sitting at the bottom of the Nigeria National League Conference A table with just one point from seven games, the captain insists that there is strong unity within the squad.
“There’s a cordial relationship between the squad and the new coach. We’ve always told him we want to play for him. A few days ago, after training, he asked me how I would rate the session, and I told him it was excellent. He brings in new creative ideas that will help the team.”

Oladiti also addressed the challenges that often come with managerial changes but reassured fans that the team remains focused.
“In football, a change in management can sometimes destabilize a team, but that’s not the case here. The players are fully concentrated and not perturbed by the change. Even though we are facing challenges, we are determined to turn things around because we are not satisfied with where we are.”

Looking ahead to the must-win encounter against Abia Comets FC, Oladiti expressed confidence in the team’s ability to secure victory and begin the journey out of the relegation zone.
“We are fully determined against Abia Comets FC, and I’m confident that with the input of the new coach and the spirit in camp, we will win the game.”

Finally, the captain made a heartfelt appeal to Igbajo United FC’s fans, urging them to stay behind the team during this difficult period.
“To our fans, I want to assure you that we will turn things around. It’s always tough at first, but we will overcome this trying period. Please continue to support us.”
Igbajo United FC will host Abia Comets FC on Sunday at the Lanre Leke Sports complex, the adopted home ground of the club in a crucial matchday 8 fixture of the 2024/2025 NNL season. The team would be hoping to secure their first win of the campaign and begin their climb up the league table.