Tekena Garando scores second goal of the season as Bayelsa United return to winning ways

Tekena Garando was on the rating sheet on Monday as Bayelsa United returned to profitable methods of their Nigeria Premier Soccer League match day 18 fixture towards Bendel Insurance coverage, Nigeriasoccernet.com experiences.

Garando’s aim within the first half and one other aim within the second half by Eyong Nneoyi Ofem sealed most factors for the Prosperity Boys on the Samson Siasia Stadium.

The South-South derby started in full swing with the hosts initiating the primary assault after Kehinde Malik’s shot was saved by Insurance coverage’s goalkeeper Amos Obasogie.

Within the 18th minute, the aim got here. Former Abia Warriors midfielder, Tekena Garando linked properly to Oginni Olatunbosun’s nook kick together with his head to present the house facet the lead and rating his second aim of the season.

Bayelsa United stored dominating to extend the lead, however the rating stood at 1-0 at half time.

Within the second half, the 2 groups continued to push for a aim, however the rating remained the identical whereas the coaches made some adjustments.

Bayelsa Coach, Meremu Okara introduced in Knowledge Magbisa and Israel Consul for John Bassey and the aim scorer Garando Tekena.

And Consul made big influence after his introduction as his cross within the ninetieth minute was scored by Ofem Emmanuel to finish the encounter 2-0, giving Bayelsa United their first win in 5 matches.

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