Barau FC Extends Unbeaten Streak with Draw Against Sporting Lagos

Barau FC continued their unbeaten streak in the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season by securing a 1-1 draw against Sporting Lagos during Matchday 6 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos, on Saturday. The club, owned by Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau (Kano North), had previously won three and drawn two of their first five matches, leading to this encounter.

Joseph Atule opened the scoring for Barau FC with a penalty in the 34th minute. Sporting Lagos responded in the second half, with Sodiq Ayoade equalizing in the 61st minute.

This result extended Barau FC's unbeaten run to six league matches, maintaining their position at the top of the NPFL standings after a 2-0 victory over Abia Warriors in Matchday 5, where Atule also scored. Sporting Lagos added a point to their tally following their recent 3-2 away victory over Enyimba.