The recent performance of Kwara United’s football club has left a wave of discontent among fans and supporters.
With only three wins in 14 matches, four losses, and seven draws, the frustration peaked after the recent match against Niger Tornadoes on December 17, 2023, sparking anger that manifested in fans bullying their own players and directing abuse towards management and coaches.
Different voices in the football community have attributed blame to various quarters. Some point fingers at the chairman, accusing interference in the coach’s decisions.
Others criticize the coach for recruitment choices, player selections, and substitutions. Some even hold players responsible, arguing that the coach or chairman should not bear the sole burden.
In addressing this issue, it’s essential to acknowledge the validity of each perspective. Angry supporters and diverse opinions contribute to the complex narrative of the club’s struggles. Challenges are inherent, both in human endeavors and in organizations like Kwara United Football Club.
However, the solution lies not in divisive blame games but in collectively embracing Kwara United as our shared responsibility.
What the team requires now is not only criticism but spiritual support, psychological backing, and unified efforts. Criticizing or cursing the team only escalates the crisis.
It’s crucial to remember that the management, coach crew, and players are not distant entities; they are our brothers, sisters, and sons, if not fatherly figures and mothers.
This serves as a collective call to action. To the coaches: examine the root causes of challenges, identify them, and present vibrant solutions. The belief in your abilities is unwavering, and that faith will persist.
To the management: the supporters believe in you, and the plea is to uphold the pride we have in our club.
To the players: before signing, the confidence in your capabilities was resolute. Buckle down, engage in extra training, and let go of past setbacks. The goal is a continental ticket, and collective effort is the pathway to achieving it.
In times of struggle, unity becomes the cornerstone of triumph. Kwara United, as a collective entity, has the resilience to overcome challenges and emerge stronger. The journey may be tough, but with shared commitment, understanding, and support, success remains within reach.
✍️Olaide Ahli
the publisher of Pristinegist online media and the co-owner of Afrikan Kiddies Football Academy
