Finidi George Optimistic Despite Defeat to Shooting Stars
Rivers United head coach Finidi George has voiced confidence in his team’s title chances despite a narrow 2-1 loss to Shooting Stars in their latest Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) encounter.
The match, which took place yesterday, saw the Pride of Rivers put up a spirited performance but ultimately fall short. Despite the setback, Finidi George remained positive and focused on the bigger picture for the team.
Coach’s Comments After the Match
Speaking to the media after the game, Finidi George admitted the loss was disappointing but assured that the team would make necessary corrections ahead of their next fixture. “We lost, we will go back and make a few corrections,” he said. “We just have to continue to encourage the players to express themselves properly before the next game.”

The coach also maintained that despite the defeat, the team remains hopeful and focused on their long-term goal of securing the NPFL title. “We are quite optimistic as the season proceeds,” George added, underlining that the team’s mentality and determination are intact.
Rivers United Still at the Top
Despite the defeat, Rivers United remains top of the NPFL standings with 52 points, maintaining a solid lead over their rivals. The team’s consistent performances throughout the season have kept them in a strong position, and coach Finidi George remains confident that the team can bounce back from this setback and continue their push for the title.
Looking Ahead to Upcoming Fixtures
The defeat to Shooting Stars will provide the team with valuable lessons as they move forward in the season. Rivers United will now look to strengthen their performances in the upcoming fixtures as they aim to build on their position at the top of the table.
With 52 points, Rivers United’s title hopes are still very much alive, and they will be aiming to recover quickly from this setback to ensure they stay on track for the coveted NPFL championship.
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