Nigeria: NPFL Round-Up – Remo Stars Score Two Late Goals, Lobi Stars Shock Kwara United in Ilorin

Two late goals from substitute Okon Aniekeme ensured 10-man Remo Stars once again dominated the South-west derby

During Matchday 17 of the Nigeria Premier Football League this weekend, there was a single away victory and a draw. The 10 games witnessed eight home wins, one away win, and a draw, with 23 goals scored.

Remo Stars dominate derby

10-man Remo Stars once again dominated the South-west derby, following two late goals from substitute Okon Aniekeme

The game

The first goal-scoring attempt happened in the 15th minute, and it came from Dela Akorli’s flicked header, which was saved by goalkeeper Abdullateef Ishola.

Seven minutes later, Sikiru Alimi’s lofted shot hit the crossbar, while Sodiq Ismail’s corner kick in the 25th minute was headed off target by Seun Ogunrinbide.

However, Sunshine Stars got a chance at scoring towards the end of the first half after Ibrahim Yusu intercepted Fabian Nworie’s miscued pass to Ahmed Akinyele, but he couldn’t direct his effort on goal.

Another defensive gaffe from Remo Stars led to a counterattack from the visitors, but Kayode Bankole saved the effort.

Adams Olamilekan’s introduction added some impetus to Remo Stars’ attack, as the forward had two shots on goal within the first eight minutes of his entry.

Finally, in the 90th minute, substitute Okon Aniekeme’s strike broke the deadlock. This led to a fracas between Remo Stars and Sunshine Stars’ players, which led to Olamilekan being sent off. They soon doubled their lead from Aniekeme’s long-range shot.

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