Bendel Insurance Crushes Barau FC 4-1 in League Match
In a decisive match in Benin City, Bendel Insurance defeated Barau FC 4-1, marking a significant loss for Barau FC, who had previously gone six matches without defeat. Kayode Oke opened the scoring for Bendel Insurance in the 33rd minute, leading 1-0 at halftime.
Oke scored again in the 71st minute, extending the lead. Barau FC's Aliyu Sugau converted a penalty in the 79th minute, reducing the deficit, but late goals from Suraju Lawal and Jonathan James secured a comprehensive victory for Bendel Insurance, elevating them to fifth place in the league standings.
Meanwhile, Rivers United maintained their unbeaten record with a 2-0 win over Ikorodu City, thanks to first-half goals from Samson Olasupo and Chinemerem Ugwueze. Enugu Rangers, also unbeaten, defeated Abia Warriors 3-1, with goals from Godwin Obaje, Chidiebere Nwobodo, and Akorode Daniel.
Enyimba secured a 2-0 victory over Plateau United, while other teams like Niger Tornadoes, Doma United, and Kwara United also achieved home victories.
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