Kwara United head coach Tunde Sanni praised his team’s resilience after they secured a 1-0 victory over Bayelsa United in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 24 encounter on Saturday. The win marked their second consecutive home triumph and strengthened their position in the league standings.
The Harmony Boys had a slow start, allowing Bayelsa United to dominate early possession. However, Kwara United gradually settled into the game and created goal-scoring opportunities. Wasiu Alalade had two clear chances in the first half but failed to convert, keeping the score goalless at halftime.
In the second half, both teams made tactical changes as Kwara United pushed forward in search of a breakthrough. Issa Gatta came close in the 62nd minute after receiving a pass from Alalade, but his shot went wide.
The decisive moment came in the 78th minute when substitute Wasiu Jimoh capitalized on Alalade’s header to score the only goal of the match. The goal sent the home fans into celebration as Kwara United secured a crucial three points.
Despite Bayelsa United’s efforts to equalize, Kwara United held their defensive shape and managed to see out the victory. The visitors showed defensive discipline but lacked the attacking threat needed to break through.
Speaking after the match, Coach Sanni admitted the team started slowly but praised their determination to fight for the win. “We missed some key players today, but I’m satisfied with the team’s performance. We will keep improving,” he said.
The victory lifts Kwara United to 7th place on the NPFL table, with 35 points from 24 matches. Their home form has been a key factor in their recent success, and they will look to build on this momentum.
For Bayelsa United, the defeat adds to their struggles as they remain in a difficult position in the league. They will need to regroup quickly and find solutions to improve their results in the coming matches.
Kwara United now shift focus to a tough away fixture against league leaders Remo Stars on Thursday. The match, scheduled for 5:30 PM in Ikenne, will test their ability to perform against one of the NPFL’s strongest teams.
With Coach Sanni emphasizing continuous improvement, Kwara United fans will hope their team can maintain their fighting spirit and push for a strong finish to the season.
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