Optima Energy NLO Super 8: Danburam bounce back to pummel Udala FC

 

... As losing streak continues for Ottasolo FC

Danburam Fc bounced back to reckoning to defeat Udala Fc 4-2 on match day two of the on - going Optima Energy NLO Super 8 at Remo stars stadium, Ikenne, Ogun state.

Danburam Fc lost narrowly to Doma Utd on match day game played yesterday, but a brace from Jamilu Yusuf in the 20th minute and 63rd minute put the team on a cruise control of victory.

The fluid flowing football and their attacking forays created diverse problems for Udala Fc as Umar Musa registered the second goal for his side in the 42nd minute.

Umar Abdullahi, who scored the lone goal for his side in their 2-1 loss to Doma Utd was again on the scoresheet, when he hit the back of the net to make it 4-0 demolition of Udala Fc.

Five minutes later, Okeke Chinansa reduced the tally when he scored from a tight angle to make it 4-1. 

The remaining minutes of the game saw Udala Fc piled pressure as they created chances, but the team only had another goal for consolation in the 90th minute courtesy of Godwin Okoyeatu to end the game 4-2.

Losing streak continues for Ottasolo

Ottasolo fc continues their poor form after they lost 3-0 to JM Liberty Fc of Makurdi.

JM Liberty Fc had the game under control in the first half but their dominance could not be reflected on the score board as the half ended goalless.

With the few fans at the stadium cheering Ottasolo fc, the players of JM Liberty were unfazed as their energetic and attacking play was rewarded with a goal in the 61st minute after a sublime finish from Shittu Olagunju.

Olagunju was well positioned to punish Ottasolo again with his brace in the 76th minute to make 2- 0 advantage for the Makurdi based side.

Efforts by Ottasolo to reduce the tally proved abortive as Akuki Musa in goal for JM Libery was equal to the task to deny any come back attempt from Ottasolo.

The game was put beyond reach of Ottasolo as Isiaka Moses nailed them with his goal in 90th minute to make it 3-0 demolition.

Photo 1. Match statistics Jm Libery FC vs Ottasola

Photo 2. Match Statistics Danburam vs Udala Fc

Photo 3. Action in the game between JM Liberty and Ottasolo

Photo 4 . Danburam players celebrates a goal against Udala Fc

Photo 5 : Prince Udofia, Manager of JM Liberty FC

NLO assures clubs of hitch-free Optima Energy Super 8 Tourney

 

The management of Nationwide League One (NLO) has informed that it has put all things in top gear to host a hitch-free and exciting Optima Energy Super 8 Tournament which is billed for 18th - 22nd October 2021 at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ogun State.

Eight participating champions from the zonal play-offs who got promoted to the Nigeria National League (NNL), Udala FC of Anambra State, Ijebu United of Ogun State, Destiny Boys of Lagos State, Campus FC of Owerri, Imo state, JM Liberty of Makurdi, Benue State, Ottasolo FC of Ogun State, Doma FC of Gombe and Junior Damburam FC of Katsina State are to battle for who becomes the overall champion of the nation's third-tier league.

 

NLO Chief Operation Officer (COO) Shola Ogunnowo disclosed on Wednesday, "We are excited as we countdown to the kickoff of the NLO Super 8 in Ikenne.

"All arrangements have been concluded and all things have been put to motion to hosting a successful play-off.

"Of course, to set the ball rolling, the draw format has also been agreed on and a date for the official draws and release of fixtures will be communicated to all the participating clubs and indeed the public.

"The referees that will officiate the Super 8 matches have been selected based on merits, likewise the Match Commissioners, so the clubs have nothing to worry about as they will be treated fairly and just and have the same level playing field.

"I want to urge fans to come to the Remo Stars Stadium to support their teams but will adhere strictly to all COVID-19 protocols by wearing a mask, use of alcohol-based hand sanitisers and also observe social distancing."