Onikan Stadium, Lagos – In a captivating match that showcased the determination of both teams, Nasarawa United secured a narrow 2-1 victory against Ikorodu City in front of a lively crowd on the evening of September 28, 2024.
The match began with a tense atmosphere, and it was Nasarawa United who struck first, taking the lead in the 44th minute through A. Yusuf, who netted a well-placed shot to put his team ahead 1-0 just before halftime.
However, Ikorodu City responded strongly after the break. In the 48th minute, C. Thankgod leveled the score at 1-1, sending the home fans into a frenzy as they rallied behind their team. The match intensified as both sides pushed for dominance.
The turning point came in the 65th minute when K. Balogun scored the decisive goal for Nasarawa United, making it 2-1. Despite a late surge from Ikorodu City, which included several close attempts on goal, Nasarawa United held firm to secure the three points.
With this victory, Nasarawa United climbs to sixth place in the league standings, while Ikorodu City remains at the bottom, struggling with one point from four matches.
League Standings Update
As of now, the top teams in the league are:
1. Remo Stars: 9 points (3 matches, 3 wins)
2. Rivers United: 7 points (3 matches, 2 wins, 1 draw)
3. Sunshine Stars: 7 points (4 matches, 2 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss)
4. Niger Tornadoes: 7 points (3 matches, 2 wins, 1 draw)
5. Enyimba: 6 points (2 matches, 2 wins)
Meanwhile, Ikorodu City's struggle continues as they look to bounce back from three consecutive losses and find their first win of the season.
Upcoming Matches
Fans are eager to see how both teams will respond in their next fixtures as the season progresses. With the competition heating up, every match will be crucial in determining the final standings.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Nigerian league as teams battle for glory in this thrilling season.