El-Kanemi Warriors Dominate UDIB 3-0 but King Emmanuel Demands More

El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser King Emmanuel has warned his players that they must improve despite their strong start to the CAF Confederation Cup.

The Borno Army defeated Guinea-Bissau side UDIB 3-0 in the first leg of their first preliminary-round tie in Ikenne on Sunday.

The result gives El-Kanemi Warriors a major advantage ahead of the return fixture. However, King Emmanuel believes the team has not yet reached the standard he expects.

The technical adviser praised the result but urged his players to remain focused. He said the victory should not make them lose sight of the work still required.

“We still have a lot to improve on,” King said, stressing the need for greater effort from his squad.

The coach wants his players to build on the convincing first-leg performance. He also expects them to maintain their intensity as they prepare for the decisive return match.

El-Kanemi Warriors showed attacking strength by scoring three goals. The clean sheet also gave the Nigerian club an important platform to approach the second leg with confidence.

However, King believes the team must correct its weaknesses before the next encounter.

The CAF Confederation Cup remains a demanding competition, and the Borno side will need to stay disciplined. Therefore, the technical adviser has called on his players to work harder during preparations.

For El-Kanemi Warriors, the 3-0 victory represents an important step. Yet, King Emmanuel’s message is clear: the team cannot afford to become complacent.

The players must now focus on completing the job in the return fixture. A strong performance in the second leg would move them closer to their continental ambitions.

For now, the Borno Army have momentum on their side. But their coach wants more than just a good result. He wants a team capable of competing at a higher level.