Nigeria, Dec. 9 -- Remo Stars' slow-burn response to a challenging start to their title defence finally caught fire on home soil on Sunday, as the Sky Blue Stars edged Enyimba 2-1 in a tense NPFL heavyweight clash in Ikenne.

For a club that has grown used to setting the pace rather than chasing it, the victory carried weight far beyond three points. It was about restoring belief, reaffirming identity, and reminding everyone, including opponents, that champions don't fold quietly.

Speaking exclusively to PREMIUM TIMES, Remo Stars assistant coach, Coach Lama, cut a confident figure as he reflected on a result his side badly needed.

"It was a very good one for us, getting the three points against Enyimba," he said.

"I knew we did very we...