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Clubs are signing four to six players instead of the usual 10+ squad overhauls we\u2019re used to seeing. Maybe, just maybe, we\u2019ll soon reach the day when clubs start announcing transfer fees and contract lengths. A dream? Perhaps. But as they say, impossible is nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, if you\u2019ve been following this blog religiously, you\u2019ll remember I set two major targets for this season:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A podium finish in the league.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winning the President\u2019s Federation Cup\u2014a trophy we haven\u2019t dominated like we have the NPFL.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That second mission kicks off tomorrow by 3pm in Aba, and there\u2019s a sprinkle of revenge in the script. It\u2019s our first State FA Cup match, and we face Abia Warriors Jnr. Win that, then beat Jaguar FC in the semifinal on Tuesday, and we book our place in the Round of 64 of the President&#8217;s Federation Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s talk payback. Abia Warriors\u2019 senior team hammered our feeder team 4-0 in the last meeting. We might not need to go full strength for this game because of the more important and more difficult game in Uyo on Sunday, but let\u2019s not send out a pub team either. This is our chance to return the favor\u2014and do it with style. A win is good, but a statement victory? Even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the cup action, we\u2019re eager to see our new acquisitions gradually integrated into the squad. We just hope\u2014and pray\u2014they are quality additions and not just signings for signing\u2019s sake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And speaking of reinforcements, we also look forward to welcoming back some of our injured elephants. Clinton Jephtha and Eze Ekwutoziem are working their way to full fitness, while Nnachi Chidiebere has already seen games. When they return to full firepower, it\u2019ll feel like new signings all over again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, a quick recovery wish to Kalu Nweke\u2014because derby days always come with their casualties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Back tomorrow for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enyimba Enyi!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Good morning, Elephants! It\u2019s a Thursday\u2014usually a quiet day\u2014but not today. 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