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2025/2026 NPFL Match Day 1 Review: Niger Tornadoes Edge Nasarawa United 1-0 in Ilorin

Posted : 29 August 2025

In a tightly contested North Central derby, Nasarawa United fell 1-0 to Niger Tornadoes in both teams’ 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League season opener at the Kwara State Sports Stadium, Ilorin.

 

Despite creating several promising scoring opportunities, the Solid Miners could not find the back of the net. The hosts’ lone goal came in the 24th minute from former Solid Miners attacker Terdoo Shimagande, who capitalized on a defensive lapse to secure the win for his new club.

 

Nasarawa United produced numerous chances, with Ugochukwu Leonard, Abubakar Abdullahi, Umar Adah, and Salomon Chigoziem all failing to score. Tornadoes held on bravely to preserve the narrow 1-0 lead and claim the bragging rights.

 

Looking ahead, Nasarawa United will regroup and refine their strategy, aiming for a stronger performance in their next match against Abia Warriors at home on Sunday, August 31.

 

Coach Mangut Mbwas expressed disappointment at his team’s defensive errors:
“We actually started this game very well; however, we conceded the goal carelessly. We tried to change the rhythm and momentum after that by introducing fresh legs in the second half and created many chances, but this is football—anything can happen. The league has just started, and it’s a marathon. Every club is conscious of its performance, especially at home. We will return home, review our challenges, and correct our mistakes to win our next game of the campaign.”

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