By Timothy Nwobodo

Nasarawa United bounced back from last weekend’s home defeat to El-Kanemi Warriors to secure a hard-earned 2-1 victory over Ikorodu City FC at the Mobolaji Johnson’s Arena, Lagos, on Saturday afternoon.

The Solid Miners dominated a larger portion of the first-half, with Anas Yusuf scoring in the 44th minute to take his goal tally to five in four games, before ThankGod Chilaka even score, three minutes into the additional time as both sides headed into the interval all square.

Despite James Faith’s incredible goalkeeping display for Ikorodu City, United sealed the win with a superbly struck free-kick by right back, Kabir Balogun in the 64th minute, sending the visitors into a frenzy, including the Nasarawa State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Jafaru Ango, alongside the State Football Association Chairman, Salisu Galadima ‘Basira’, who joined the Solomon Babanjah-led Management Board of the Club to cheer them to victory.

This electrifying game proved Nasarawa United’s resilience and determination to secure their first league win of the season after three previous failed attempts.

The Solid Miners’ heartwarming victory moves them to 6th position on the league table with five points, while Ikorodu City remain rooted in the bottom with one point from four games.

Bayelsa United are the next opponents of Nasarawa United on Sunday, 6th October, 2024, at the Lafia City Stadium.

In his post-match reaction, Coach Kabir Dogo of the Solid Miners said his team showed character and resilience to pick the away victory

“I am incredibly proud of the team’s performance today.

“We showed character and resilience to secure this first win of the season.

“The energy was electric as every member of the team contributed to this win, and we can’t wait to build on this momentum!”