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2025/2026 NPFL Matchday 16 Review: Kwara United Storm Back to Form, Sink Niger Tornadoes

Posted : 08 December 2025

Kwara United Football Club returned to winning ways with a dominant 2–0 victory over Niger Tornadoes in Matchday 16 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) at the Rashidi Yekini Main Bowl, George Innih Stadium, Ilorin.

The Harmony Boys impressed from the opening whistle. Barely three minutes into the encounter, Kwara United came close through a long throw-in from Seun Ogunribide, flicked goalward and seemingly crossing the line, but the referee allowed play to continue as there was no signal from the assistant referee.

Their persistent attacking play soon paid off when Babatunde Bright finished a fine move to give the hosts a deserved lead in the 15th minute.

Kwara United sustained their excellent rhythm, with Philip Ozor, Victor Adeoye, and Toheeb Gidado keeping the visitors under constant pressure.

In the 37th minute, Ogunribide’s trademark long throw once again caused problems in the Tornadoes’ defence, taking a deflection into the net to double the lead and send the home crowd into jubilation. Gidado almost made it 3–0 on the stroke of halftime, but his brilliant solo effort rattled the crossbar.

The second half saw the Harmony Boys continue their dominance, with Junior Aimufua coming close twice but failing to convert clear opportunities. Despite several tactical substitutions by the technical crew in what was largely a one-sided contest, Kwara United missed further chances to extend the lead.

The crucial win ended a three-year winless home run against the Ikon Allah Boys.

Speaking after the match, Coach Ashifat Suleiman expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance, noting that the players showed great character and were further boosted by the return of previously injured stars.

Toheeb Gidado was rewarded for his standout performance, earning the Cyteck and Ambassador Yahaya Seriki Man of the Match award.

Kwara United now sit 10th on the NPFL table with 21 points from 16 matches and will next face Enyimba International in Aba next Sunday.

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