Good morning, Enyimba family!
The Cairo chapter is closed, and yes, we fell short. Oddly enough, I’m not crushed by our defeat to Zamalek. Was I hoping for a miracle? Of course. But let’s face it: our record in Egypt—now 8 straight losses—never really screamed “upset incoming,” especially against the reigning Confederations Cup and Super Cup Champions.
So, now that we’re out, what’s next? This reminds me of Reinhard Bonnke’s famous book, Now That You Have Been Saved. Except, in this case, it’s Now That You’ve Been Knocked Out. What’s the playbook? How do we bounce back stronger and smarter?
The truth is, we need a comprehensive review. This isn’t just about one bad night in Cairo; it’s about breaking the cycle of annual continental embarrassments. Logistics, tactics, mentality, management—there’s a laundry list of lessons to learn and apply. If we don’t, we risk turning this into a grim tradition, where our “continental campaign” becomes synonymous with “early exit.”
For now, the focus shifts to Kano Pillars tomorrow. We’re out of the continent, but the league is alive and well, and our path back to glory runs through it. Climbing the table and securing our ticket back to international football is non-negotiable.
We’ve been unbeaten in the league since late October, and that streak must continue. But let’s address the elephant in the room—our defense. They’re likely feeling the weight of recent failures, and the mental strain is real. This is where we need a psychologist or, at the very least, a strong pep talk. Confidence is as important as tactics, and we need our backline playing with clarity, not fear.
So, here’s the bottom line: we’re down, but we’re not staying there. It’s time to prove that the biggest elephants in the land don’t just stumble—they rise, stronger and more determined.
Back tomorrow,
Enyimba Enyi!
