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No victory dance at Heartland—Francis

Sunshine Stars and Nigerian left full back, Benjamin Francis has said he will not celebrate his side goal or victory at former side, Heartland.
The Owena Waves will be the guests of the Naze Millionaires in Sunday’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) matchday 13 clash at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri.
Both sides head into the matchday 13 clash with mixed fortunes in their immediate past matches while the Akure outfit recorded an emphatic 3-0 win against El Kanemi Warriors the Owerri side fell 1-2 to Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) in Ibadan.
Francis said his side are heading to Owerri to continue their five-week unbeaten top flight record at Heartland.
“We are preparing very well to challenge for the three points at stake in the Sunday’s clash at Heartland.
“The top flight matchday 13 clash at Heartland in Owerri holds fond memories of the city and club for me.
“It has been a while I last played for the Owerri-based side so the matchup on Sunday will be a lot of joy especially for me.
“I’m certain we will claim the three points at stake but I’m not going to celebrate the victory or goal(s) in the encounter.
“I’m keenly looking forward to the encounter as well as the opportunity to see old friends,” said the Super Eagles strongman.
Sunshine Stars are 13th on the 20-team top flight on 14 points from possible 36 with a match to spare against Nasarawa United.

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