Azeez Mohammed, the technical lead for Katsina United, has voiced a strong sense of optimism as his squad prepares for a high-stakes Matchday 32 clash against Barau FC. The “Chanji Boys” are scheduled to travel to the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano this weekend, a venue that holds no small amount of familiarity for the visiting side. Mohammed noted that his players are fully cognizant of the expectations placed upon them as the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season enters its final stretch, emphasizing that the team is unified in its goal to secure a prestigious standing in the overall rankings.
The tactical head underscored the importance of a level playing field, suggesting that the quality within his roster is sufficient to claim points on the road provided the match is handled with integrity. In a briefing with the club’s communications department, Mohammed detailed the mindset of his players and his specific hopes for the officiating standards during the encounter.
“The boys know what is at stake as we want to finish in a reputable position at the end of the season,” Mohammed told Katsina United’s media. “Kano isn’t a new ground for us but I think we are going to get a good result against Barau FC. All I crave for is a good officiating in the game.”
While Barau FC will look to utilize their home advantage in Kano, Katsina United enters the fixture with the intent of disrupting the hosts’ plans. The narrative of the “Northern Derby” often adds an extra layer of intensity to such meetings, and Mohammed appears confident that his team can navigate the pressure. With the race for a top-half finish heating up, a successful result this weekend would provide a significant boost to the Chanji Boys’ momentum as they head into the closing weeks of the 2026 campaign.
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