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2024/2025 NNL Match Day 18: Osun United inches closer to promotion ticket with outstanding win

Posted : 18 May 2025

Osun United secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Madiba FC in their Nigeria National League (NNL) Match Day 18 encounter.


Ganiyu Gberefun scored the all-important goal courtesy of a well-converted crucial spot kick in the 43rd minute.


The goal was Gberefun's eighth league goal of the season and proved to be the match-winner.


The Gladiators faithful were treated to a highly intense duel, with both teams giving their all in pursuit of victory.


Osun United had a chance to take the lead as early as the eighth minute when Jeffrey Shittu located Gberefun, who narrowly missed the target following a howler from the Madiba FC goalkeeper, Izuchukwu.


Despite the missed opportunity, Osun United continued to press for a goal and were ultimately rewarded when Gberefun was fouled inside the opponent’s vital area. He then stepped up and coolly converted the spot kick just before halftime.


The slim lead gave United a boost of confidence as Seye Ajayi’s tutored side headed into the locker room.


After resumption, United were aggressive upfront but couldn’t avoid errors, creating chance after chance and were unlucky not to increase the tally.


In the 50th minute, Lekan Gabriel’s header nearly doubled the scoreline, but his neatly placed effort escaped the goalkeeper’s gloves and crashed against the woodwork.


The opponents also had their moments, but Osun United defenders Gabriel and Agbor marshaled the defense with authority, denying Madiba FC any hope of an equalizer.


The introduction of Robiu, Samuel, and Morrison added fresh impetus to Osun United’s attack, and they looked the more likely to score again. In the end, Osun United held on to the slender lead to secure the win.


The victory is a significant boost for Coach Seye Ajayi, who praised his players for their grit and determination. He also expressed gratitude to the supporters for their motivation during the match.


With the win, Osun United now has 30 points and will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures.


The next challenge will be a tough one, as the team travels away to face Abakaliki FC, the President Federation Cup semi-finalist.

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