Installing a Playbook for the next level

Hello, Enyimba faithful!

It’s the first Tuesday of the year, and since tomorrow makes it the second Wednesday of 2025 (yes, we’re keeping track like that), it’s probably the last time for some fresh-year advice. This isn’t just for players or management—it’s for anyone who bleeds blue for Enyimba FC.

The soul of every true Enyimba fan is tethered to one dream: success for our darling team. That means rooting for progress, not pettiness. Loyalty to the club should supersede loyalty to personalities. Players, staff, management—this applies to you too. Let’s commit to the crest on the jersey, not the name on the back.

With the arrival of Stanley Eguma, we’ve got a clean slate. A new coach means new methods. Let’s back him to the hilt—until, of course, he gives us solid reasons not to. His success is Enyimba’s success, and that’s the ultimate goal. Remember, providing a coach the right tools isn’t child’s play; it’s more like solving Engineering Mathematics if egos are at play. Let’s simplify the equation.

Infighting plagued us last year—staff squabbles, player drama, the whole nine yards. It started small but snowballed into a beast. Let’s learn from that mess. Nip any bad blood in the bud before it grows fangs.

Dear players, newsflash: not everyone will adore you. But here’s the trick—show up, work hard, and you’ll earn respect, if not love. And hey, you won’t play every game; it’s for your own good. So when your number is called, deliver. The team’s success is your success too.

Eguma and his coaching crew, you’re the captains of this ship. If a player’s performance dips, don’t just bark orders—ask questions. Maybe they’re carrying an injury or battling off-field issues. Be approachable. Be fair. Be the glue that holds this house together, not the wedge that splits it apart.

To our management, we understand you’re learning the ropes. But here’s a cheat code: take care of your people. Some players need money on time to stay motivated—pay them. Others crave a listening ear—offer it. Learn each person’s triggers and avoid setting them off unnecessarily. You hired Eguma; now support him fully. Prioritize the club’s success over everything else. When Enyimba thrives, we all thrive.

Yes, Sunday’s 4-1 demolition of Black Bulls was glorious, but don’t let it lull you into complacency. Tougher tests are around the corner. The next four games can either propel us into the quarterfinals or remind us how far we’ve fallen. All hands must stay firmly on deck.

If we all play our parts—players, coaches, management, and fans—the rewards will come. Not just wins and trophies, but honor and pride for the great Enyimba FC. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work.

Back tomorrow

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