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Kano Pillars FC sustains winning streak tempo over Akwa United FC

Posted : 07 December 2023

Kano Pillars FC beat visiting Akwa United FC of Uyo 1-0 on Wednesday in the ongoing Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) matchday 12 game in Kano.

The match, watched by enthusiastic fans, shook the 16,000-capacity Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar-Mata, Kano, as both teams battled for the points.

The home team took advantage of massive home support and dominated most parts of the encounter but fell short of converting several scoring chances.

Mustafa Umar scored the only goal of the encounter in the 6th minute when he slotted home a low cross from Babawo Muhammad, attracting cheers from the fanatical crowd.

After the game, both Coaches Fatai Osho and Abdu Maikaba expressed satisfaction with their players’ performance throughout the encounter.

Maikaba said that the victory would boost his team’s morale towards making a great impact in the league.

He added that their away win against Gombe United FC and Akwa United would boost their morale to beat Doma United in Gombe on Sunday.

On his part, Akwa United FC gaffer, Osho described the match as difficult.

“The match has been won and lost, no doubt. Actually, the home team played very well and denied us the needed away victory.

“But we are going back to the drawing board to prepare for the remaining league matches,” he explained.

Osho also commended his team for their efforts and fighting spirit.

The coach also lauded Kano Pillars' fans and supporters for always coming out in numbers to support their darling team.

Mustafa Umar, who scored the lone goal of the game, was voted Man of the Match by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kano chapter.

 

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