The upcoming match between Abia Warriors and Shooting Stars is marred by an injury crisis for Abia Warriors. According to NewsNow, the team will be without the services of six players for their matchday 14 fixture.
Ali Ishaku, the goalkeeper for the Ochendo Boys, sustained an eye injury during training and will be unable to play. Additionally, midfielder Philip Ozor is sidelined with a knee injury. John Ogu, Chinalu Domingo, and Felix Ugonna are also out of the game due to thigh injuries, while Sunday Megwo is undergoing treatment for a shoulder injury.
Abia Warriors are keen to reclaim their winning form after going three games without a win. The match is scheduled to take place at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Sunday. In their last encounter in 2022, Abia Warriors emerged victorious with a 2-1 score against Shooting Stars. Bello Lukman and Kalu Nweke scored for Abia Warriors, while Gafar Olafiminhan netted the consolation goal for Shooting Stars.