NPFL: Kun Khalifat Coach, Uzoho — ‘We’ll Fight Our Way Out Of Relegation Zone’
Football • 2h ago
**Title: Kun Khalifat FC: Ready to Battle for NPFL Survival**
In the heat of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Kun Khalifat FC is gearing up for a thrilling finale. As the season approaches its climax, the Owerri-based team is determined to fight its way out of the relegation zone and retain its spot in the top-flight league.
The Pride of Imo, currently rooted at the bottom of the NPFL table, has 29 points from 27 matches, with one game in hand. With ten fixtures remaining, Kun Khalifat's Head Coach, Obinna Uzoho, is cautiously optimistic that the club will be able to overcome its relegation concerns and secure its spot in the league for the 2026/2027 season.
**A New Lease of Life**
In a recent interview with Completesports.com, Uzoho expressed his team's determination to beat the drop. "We are not going down without a fight," he said. "We have 30 points still to be contested in the remaining 10 matches, and I strongly believe that we will get the job done." Uzoho's confidence is not unfounded, given the team's resilience in their recent 1-1 draw against Enyimba.
The draw against the Aba-based giants may have been a tough pill to swallow, but it is a testament to Kun Khalifat's renewed hope for survival. Uzoho reckons that his players gave more than 100% against Enyimba, and that their grit and determination will be the deciding factors in their quest for survival.
**The Road Ahead**
Kun Khalifat's next match against Bayelsa United will be a crucial test of the team's resolve. With maximum points at home, the Pride of Imo can prove decisive in their quest to avoid the drop. Uzoho and his team are well-prepared for the challenge ahead, and with the support of their fans, they are ready to give it their all to secure their spot in the NPFL for the 2026/2027 season.
As the NPFL season enters its final stretch, Kun Khalifat FC is ready to put up a fierce battle for survival. Will they be able to overcome the odds and retain their spot in the top-flight league? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Kun Khalifat FC is ready to fight for its place in the NP