NPFL’23: Abia Warriors take all points in the first oriental derby of the season

Abia Warriors of Umuahia obtained to a tremendous begin of their first 2022/2023 Nigeria Premier Soccer League, NPFL sport with an emphatic win over Rangers of Enugu on the Awka Metropolis Stadium on Sunday.

A aim in every half obtained the Purple facet of Abia on a excessive as they defeated seven-time champions, Rangers by two objectives to nil

Bello Lukman headed house the primary aim 4 minutes earlier than the tip of the primary half after a effectively delivered cross by Kalu Nweke.

The Flying Antelopes pushed for an equaliser on the resumption of the second section, however essential saves by Femi Thomas within the second half ensured the Warriors had been within the lead.

Monday Yakubu sealed the win at 90 plus three minutes further time with a rebound.

Abia Warriors will host Bayelsa United on the Umuahia Township Stadium for his or her subsequent league sport on Wednesday.

Whereas Rangers Worldwide will journey to the North for his or her conflict in opposition to Lobi Stars.

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