Remo Stars secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sunshine Stars in a tense South West derby on the Ikenne Stadium on Saturday.
This win marks Remo Stars’ second consecutive triumph within the new Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) season, boosting them to the highest of the league standings.
The one objective of the match got here within the seventh minute when new recruit Ibrahim Shuaibu capitalized on an extended cross from veteran defender Ifeanyi Anaemena.
Shuaibu calmly slotted the ball previous Sunshine Stars goalkeeper David Obiazor, giving the Sky Blue Stars an early lead. Remo Stars almost doubled their benefit when Franck Mawuena intercepted a clearance, however Shuaibu’s follow-up objective was disallowed for offside.
Sunshine Stars, who started their marketing campaign with a win final weekend, remained aggressive and had a second-half objective dominated out for offside.
Remo Stars’ goalkeeper Obassa Adeniyi made a number of essential saves, whereas captain Junior Nduka’s goal-line clearance preserved the lead, guaranteeing a hard-earned victory.
The win retains Remo Stars good within the league with two wins from two matches, as they push for his or her first NPFL title.
In one other fixture, 2022 champions Rivers United earned their first victory of the season, defeating Heartland 3-1. Kabiru Abdullahi scored twice off the bench for Rivers United, whereas Taofeeq Olaniyi’s opener was cancelled out by Christian Molokwu earlier than Abdullahi sealed the win.
The remaining matches of NPFL matchday two will probably be performed on Sunday, promising extra pleasure for followers throughout the nation.