Remo Stars continued their spectacular kind within the Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sunshine Stars within the match day 22 southwest derby performed at Remo stars stadium Ikenne.
The victory for the sky blue boys made it 7 matches unbeaten, spiced with 5 video games successful streak.
This was Remo stars fourth away win of the season albeit on their turf and essentially the most for any membership this season
Sunshine stars earlier within the season adopted Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode, as their non permanent residence.
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Owena Whales selected Ijebu-Ode as a consequence of ongoing renovation and upgrading of Ondo State Sports activities Advanced, Akure.
Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu ode.
Nevertheless the reverted to enjoying their residence video games in Ikenne because the second stanza of the League kicked off.
The consequence strengthens Coach Daniel Ogunmodede Remo Stars place on the prime of the league standings with 45 factors from 22 matches.
The match kicked off with excessive depth, and it was the guests who struck first. Within the ninth minute, Alex Oyowah scored a surprising diving header from a pinpoint cross by Sikiru Alimi.
The early purpose set the tone, however Remo Stars responded swiftly.Within the twenty eighth minute, Ibrahim Abubakar doubled the lead, ending confidently after receiving a well-timed go from Nduka Junior.
Sky blue stars are gunning for his or her first ever NPFL title
Abubakar made a intelligent run, lifting the ball over the onrushing goalkeeper Ishola to make it 2-0.
Sunshine Stars fought again within the 67th minute, pulling a purpose again to spark hopes of a comeback.
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Nevertheless, regardless of a late push from the guests, together with 4 minutes of added time, Remo Stars’ protection stood sturdy, with substitutes Ibe Abdulrazaq enjoying a vital function in sustaining their benefit.
Remo Stars stay firmly on the prime with 45 factors, whereas Taking pictures Stars, with 36 factors and two video games in hand, proceed to supply sturdy competitors within the title race.
