Bendel Insurance FC Defeats Wikki Tourist 2-1 in NPFL
On a Sunday afternoon, Bendel Insurance FC faced Wikki Tourist FC in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match, where they emerged victorious with a score of 2-1. The match took place in Benin, and Dung Emmanuel scored the opening goal for Bendel Insurance in the 11th minute, capitalizing on a goalmouth scramble following a long throw from Henri Oyian.
Wikki Tourist equalized in the 24th minute through Jonathan Mairiga, bringing the score to 1-1 at halftime. In the second half, Bendel Insurance regained their lead in the 55th minute when new midfielder Ef Ubiomo headed in the second goal, sealing the victory for the team.
This win rekindled Bendel Insurance's hopes for a continental tournament ticket this season.
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