Ikorodu City bounced back in the Nigeria Premier Football League with a 2-0 win over Kwara United in their Matchday 8 game at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, on Saturday.
The Oga Boys started strong, as reported by Sports247, scoring just two minutes into the match. Salami Farouk headed the ball home after a good throw-in by Ujunwa Elijah.
The early goal gave Ikorodu City the lift they needed and put Kwara United under pressure. The visitors found it tough to manage Ikorodu City’s attack.
Ikorodu City kept pushing and made it 2-0 in the 36th minute. Ikechukwu Junior scored with another header, connecting with Olumide Akinwande's cross. This goal put the hosts in a comfortable position before the break.
That was Ikechukwu's third goal of the season and showed how important he is to the Ikorodu City team.
With a two-goal lead at half-time, Kwara United had to find a way to come back in the second half against a strong home team.
The Harmony Boys struggled to get back into the game as Ikorodu City defended well to keep their lead and maintain a clean sheet.
Things got worse for Kwara United in the 86th minute when Saheed Olaniyi received a second yellow card for a reckless challenge. This red card left the visitors with 10 men and ended their chances of getting a result.
The win is a good comeback for Ikorodu City after their 2-0 loss to Rivers United in Matchday 7. For the Lagos team, this victory signals a strong return as they push forward in the league.
Ikorodu City can feel good about their first-half performance. The headed goals from Salami and Ikechukwu were key to earning all three points.
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