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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Sokoto United head coach, Peter Ajeni, has charged his players to rise to the occasion in their forthcoming encounter against Wikki Tourists.<\/p>\n

The Caliphate club is set to face Wikki Tourists in the opening fixture of the second stanza of the season at the Giginya Memorial Stadium in Sokoto on Saturday.<\/p>\n

Notably, Sokoto United remain unbeaten on home soil this season, a record Ajeni is determined to preserve.<\/p>\n

Urging his players to show grit and resolve, Ajeni delivered a stirring address:<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is more than just a match\u2014it is a statement of intent. Let us maintain our 100 percent home record. I believe in every one of you.\u201d<\/p>\n

He added, \u201cThe commitment, the fight, the finishing we\u2019ve displayed in training\u2014if we replicate that, we won\u2019t just beat Wikki Tourists FC; we\u2019ll do so convincingly, and with pride.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ajeni further emphasised the deeper meaning behind the fixture, saying,<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re not merely chasing points\u2014we are pursuing respect, belief, and our rightful place at the top of the table. This is our fortress, and no one comes here and walks away with anything. We play to win, and we play with heart.\u201d<\/p>\n

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