Heartland Vs Sunshine Stars Preview: The Naze Millionaires poised to dim Owena Whales

The Heartland FC will strive to go for a third win on the spin when they confront wounded Sunshine Stars of Akure on Sunday at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri.

Heartland FC have beaten Remo Stars and Abia Warriors in their last two games and are poised to add the visitors from Akure to the list of their conquests.

The Emmanuel Amuneke led side is truly evolving, the past week has been nothing short of outstanding memories created.

The team had two players from her ranks called up to the National team in Christian Nkwo and Ikechukwu Mgbemena.

Things got better as Heartland beat Abia Warriors for the first time at their backyard. Micheal ogu and Chukwuma Agor’s goals left an indelible mark in the annals of history and in the minds of the fans and supporters of Heartland FC.

Sunshine Stars picked a 1-1 draw on their last travel to face the Owerri side though the game was played in Awka but this is a renewed Heartland determined to right the wrongs of last season.

Speaking to Heartland Media ahead of this Weekend’s game Ebuka Nwokoecha Imo SWAN Heartland ‘s player of the month
Praised his teammates and the Coaches for the hardwork and commitment to the project.

“The credit goes to my teammates and Coaches who have worked very hard and believed in this project and am very optimistic that there’s more to achieve.”

Ebuka believes that a change in mentality of the lads have directly impacted the results on the pitch.

“What changed is the mentality,now everyone is fighting for the team, everyone wants to die for the team”

Ahead of Sunday’s game Ebuka says it will not be an easy ride but he is confident that Heartland will win the battle at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri while urging the fans to continue to support the team.