Nasarawa United produced a disciplined defensive display to hold Shooting Stars to a goalless draw in their 2026/2027 Euromatch Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday Seven encounter at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan.
The result was a significant one for the Solid Miners, as they secured their first-ever point against the Oluyole Warriors away from home.
With the home crowd urging Shooting Stars forward, Nasarawa United remained compact and organised throughout the encounter, frustrating the hosts with a resolute defensive approach.
The Lafia-based side absorbed sustained pressure, particularly in the closing stages, but refused to surrender their shape as Shooting Stars searched desperately for the breakthrough.
Nasarawa United also threatened on occasions, although neither side could find the decisive touch in front of goal as the encounter ended without a goal.
The point represented Nasarawa United’s first away point of the season and highlighted their growing resilience as the league campaign gathers momentum.
For Shooting Stars, the inability to convert their opportunities proved costly as they settled for a share of the spoils in front of their home supporters.
The result lifted Nasarawa United to 13th position on the NPFL table with eight points, while Shooting Stars dropped to 17th as the competition at both ends of the standings continues to intensify.
Nasarawa United coach Mangut Mbwas expressed satisfaction with the result and said his team would immediately shift attention to their next challenge.
The Solid Miners will welcome third-placed Doma United to the Lafia City Stadium on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 4 p.m., hoping to build on their hard-earned point in Ibadan and continue their climb up the table.
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