NPFL Match Report: Remo Stars get maximum points in Gombe

Remo Stars of Ikenne bought all factors after defeating Gombe United of their second match of the 2022/2023 Nigeria Premier Soccer League, NPFL on the Pantami Stadium, Gombe.

The Sky Blue Stars achieved a consecutive win this time away from dwelling after substitute, Andy Okpe’s late minute aim sealed the win.

The tie featured a Gombe United aspect that had been looking for their first after getting a formidable away draw in opposition to a Remo Stars that sought to proceed their good begin to the season.

It was the house aspect who had the ascendency from the blast of the whistle until the tip of the primary half as missed possibilities had been their undoing  ending the tie goalless at half time.

Within the second half, the house staff continued with the higher hand as they bought a 52 minutes penalty after an infringement.

Nonetheless, Christian Molokwu sadly stepped up for the spot kick and performed it over the bar leaving the rating at 0-0.

Coach Daniel Ogunmodede introduced in Andy Okpe for Abdulrasheed Awoyemi to vary the complexion of the sport.

There was enchancment within the sport of Remo Stars because the push to attain intensified as Seth Mayo got here in too for Dare Ojo within the 84th minute.

Within the 88th minute, Junior Nduka from a free kick handed to Adams Olamilekan who squared the ball to Okpe to attain the aim.

Late minute save and a resolute defending made Gombe’s effort at aim futile as Remo Stars ran with the three factors.

The win means Remo Stars prime group A with 6 factors alongside, Bendel Insurance coverage whereas Gombe United sit eighth with some extent.

Remo Stars will host Capturing Stars Sport Membership of Ibadan of their subsequent sport at dwelling on Wednesday whereas Gombe will journey to El Kanemi Warriors for his or her subsequent sport.

By Uche Dozie