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NPFL: Many Injured In Heartland FC Ghastly Accident

Several players and officials of Heartland FC sustained injuries in a serious accident while en route to Abakaliki for the Ifeanyi Ekwueme TICO/SELECT Pre-Season Tournament.

The accident occurred near Okigwe, Imo State, according to a statement from the club. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported, but those injured have been taken to the hospital for medical care.

The club’s statement reads: “The accident happened at Umunna, close to Okigwe, still within Imo State.”

“The vehicle in its attempt to dodge an oncoming vehicle collided with another carelessly parked vehicle from another accident.

“Though no death was recorded some players and officials sustained injuries and have been taken to the hospital,” the statement from the club read.

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In other news, Heartland FC, a former Nigerian champion, recently faced relegation to the Nigeria National League (NNL) for the third time in their history. Unconfirmed reports suggest that the club is considering purchasing a slot from NNL champions, Beyond Limits, to secure a place in the NPFL for the upcoming season.

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Additionally, Heartland FC has appointed former Super Eagles star and FIFA U-17 World Cup-winning coach Emmanuel Amuneke as their new head coach. Amuneke, who recently served as a consultant for the club and managed their open player trials, was previously linked to the Super Eagles coaching job, which eventually went to Finidi George.

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