Enyimba Eliminates River United to Book Playoff Ticket in the CAFCC

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NFPL Side Enyimba booked a spot in the playoff stage of the CAF Confederation Cup following a 5-4 penalty shootout win against Rivers United, reports

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The tie ended 1-1 on aggregate with penalty needed to decide the winner.

Rivers United levelled the contest following Fortune Ominiwari’s 42nd minute strike.

Stanley Eguma’s side were however unable to add to their advantage despite dominating the game for long spell.

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Cyril Olisema missed Enyimba’s first kick, but Enyimba recovered to score their next five kicks.

Kunle Odunlami and Isreal Emmanuel missed from the spot for Rivers United.