PREVIEW: MD16 – Real Sapphire v Imperial

Preview

Real Sapphire v Imperial

9th February, 2025

Real Sapphire v Imperial

Monday, 10th February

Dipo Dina International Stadium

10AM

Imperial, for a second time this season, will attempt to inflict a first defeat of the season on log leaders, Real Sapphire.

The visiting side were bashed 3-0 earlier this season when they hosted Coach Dan’s side. They’ll be hoping to get a rare win, or at least a draw, to keep their unbeaten run alive.

For the hosts, the incentive for a win is simple: The chance to open up a nine-point gap at the top of the table (even if it’ll only be a temporary one). Having managed to keep five clean sheets (in nine Championship games) at home this season, a Real Sapphire win is hard to bet against.

But can Imperial pull off a surprise?

MAN TO WATCH

Kator Daniel (Imperial)

The goalkeeper knows a thing or two about shutting out opponents.

STAT ATTACK

Since the turn of the year, Imperial have scored an average of three goals per Championship game.