Diri Pre-Season: Quality of invited teams will offer insight ahead coming season- Coach Dogo

Elevated Standard of Teams in Douye Diri Pre-season Tournament Offers Insight into the Upcoming NPFL Season, Remarks Dogo.

The Head Coach of Kwara United Football Club, Kabir Dogo, has emphasized that the caliber of teams and players participating in the ongoing Douye Diri pre-season soccer tournament has unveiled a glimpse of what can be expected in the imminent NPFL season.

Commencing in Bayelsa State at the Samson Siasia Sports Stadium, the Douye Diri pre-season tournament inaugurated its matches in group A and B on Monday.

Speaking to the press following his team’s goalless draw against Rivers United in the second group B encounter of the tournament, Coach Dogo characterized the match as a significant trial for both sides as the new league season approaches.

“The level of competition showcased in the Douye Diri Pre-season tournament is indicative of its standard and quality, offering a preview of what the 2024/25 NPFL season holds,”remarked Dogo.

He recommended that the organizers adjust the scheduling in future editions to accommodate the country’s representatives in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup, aiding in their preparation for continental matchups.

Expressing gratitude towards the Bayelsa State Government and the tournament organizers for convening and inviting NPFL teams to partake in the competition, Dogo emphasized that it serves as a platform to assess and evaluate the clubs’ readiness ahead of the league.

Dogo, the coach of Kwara United, affirmed that his team is committed to refining all identified areas of improvement from their trial games, maintaining their focus on constructing a formidable squad for the NPFL.

The tournament progresses with Kwara United facing Krusaders FC on Wednesday in the second match day of group B at 2:30 pm.

Ayodeji Ismail

Kwara United Media Officer