The recent encounter between El Kanemi Warriors FC and Plateau United FC ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, showcasing resilience and determination from the home side. Plateau United took early control of the match, but El Kanemi’s late comeback stunned the visitors, who were left to rue missed opportunities to secure all three points.
Victor Dawa opened the scoring for Plateau United in the 11th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse from El Kanemi. His goal gave the visitors an early advantage, and the momentum seemed to stay with them as the first half progressed. El Kanemi struggled to find their rhythm and break through Plateau’s defensive setup.
The second half saw Plateau United double their lead in the 55th minute through Saka Gafar. His well-taken strike seemed to put the game out of reach for El Kanemi, as the home side had yet to mount a serious challenge. However, the two-goal cushion would not last long.
El Kanemi Warriors finally found their breakthrough in the 74th minute when Ibrahim Mustapha converted a penalty, halving the deficit. This goal reignited hope for the home side, and they began to apply more pressure on Plateau United's defense, seeking an equalizer as the game neared its conclusion.
In the 84th minute, Samaila Bello completed El Kanemi’s comeback with a crucial goal, leveling the score at 2-2. The home side’s determination paid off as they fought back from two goals down to snatch a point, leaving Plateau United disappointed with the draw despite their earlier dominance.
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