Ibrahim strike powers Sai Masu Gida to second

Ibrahim's late goal propelled Sai Masu Gida into second place in the Nigeria Premier Football League. Yahaya Ibrahim netted in the 75th minute to secure a 1-0 victory over Ranchers Bees at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday. The match was goalless until the 63rd minute when Mohammed Rabiu Zulkifilu received a red card for Ranchers Bees.

Sai Masu Gida capitalized on their man advantage, with Ibrahim scoring the lone goal 12 minutes after the red card. The Sai Masu Gida entered the game with 19 points from 12 matches, sitting fifth in the table. They are known for converting hard-fought stalemates into draws, boasting seven draws and only one defeat. The win put Sai Masu Gida at 22 points from 13 matches, with five victories.

This triumph lifted them into second place, two points behind league leaders Rangers, who have played two fewer games. Ranchers Bees, aiming to build on their 1-0 win over Enyimba the previous weekend, failed to cause an upset in the Northern derby due to the red card. They now stand 16th with 12 points from 12 matches, tied with Kwara United.

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