Euromatch NPFL: Kano Pillars, Sporting Lagos play out draw
Kano Pillars and Sporting Lagos battled to a draw in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday seven encounter at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday. The Sai Masu Gida maintained their unbeaten start to the new season following the result. Sporting Lagos are now winless in their last three league games. The visitors stunned the […] Euromatch NPFL: Kano Pillars, Sporting Lagos play…
Kano Pillars and Sporting Lagos concluded their NPFL matchday seven encounter in a 1-1 draw at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday. The Sai Masu Gida remained unbeaten at the start of the new season, while Sporting Lagos suffered their third consecutive league loss.
Sporting Lagos came out on top in the first half, securing a lead courtesy of Valentine Ugwu's goal in stoppage time. However, Kano Pillars mounted a strong comeback in the second half, equalizing through Abdullahi Musa in the 48th minute. Despite both teams creating numerous scoring opportunities, neither side managed to find the winning goal.
Following the draw, Kano Pillars climbed to fifth place on the table. They will face Shooting Stars in Ibadan in their upcoming league match. Sporting Lagos, now in eighth position, will host Bendel Insurance in their next fixture.
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