Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George has admitted that his side’s victory over Akwa United was tough.
The Pride of Rivers defeated Akwa United 2-1 in a matchday five encounter at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt.
Stephen Manyo and Ndifreke Effiong were on target for Rivers United, while Friday Apollos scored for Akwa United.
Finidi commended his opponent for putting up a good fight throughout the encounter.
“It was a difficult three points,” Finidi stated in a post-match interview.
“Akwa United came in here to fight and see how they could get a draw, so we must commend them for putting in that effort.
“It’s not easy, but at the end of the day, we got those three points.”