FC. Smouha of Egypt
Two-time African champions, Enyimba have qualified for the next round of this year's Caf Champions League, and they will now face Smouha of Egypt in their next tie.
The Aba-based club on Sunday defeated Buffles 1-0 in their second leg encounter after the Elephants had whitewashed their opponents 3-0 in the first duel in Aba.
Former ABS man, Andrew Abalogu netted the only goal which helped Enyimba defeat their unheralded opponents infront on their faithful.
Enyimba who are the Federation Cup holders will now go head-to-head with Egyptian side, Smouha in the next round.
Defender Idris Aloma who played all minutes for Enyimba on Sunday said his side would have scored more than a goal, but saluted the hosts' goalkeeper.
“The most important thing is that we have qualified for the next round, and we are all happy because it was not an easy task.
“Buffles were not a bad side, but they were unlucky and we would have even scored more goals, but their goalkeeper was impressive,” Aloma said to supersport.com on Monday
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