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Okere's first half strike secures Abia Comets' 1-0 win over Madiba FC

Posted : 29 April 2024

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Abia Comets FC of Umuahia returned to winning ways with a crucial 1-0 victory over visitors Madiba FC in a Matchday 20 encounter on Saturday at the Umuahia Township Stadium.


Comets, who were held to a 1-1 draw by Edel FC last Sunday in a Matchday 19 clash, took an early lead within five minutes through a delightful header by Okere Daniel, who nodded home a brilliant delivery from Ebuka Lazarus.


The Umuahia-based club clearly dominated possession, heading into halftime with a 1-0 lead.


In the second half, the hosts continued to press for a second goal. Emeka Maduka embarked on a brilliant individual run, dazzling past a couple of Madiba defenders, but his low strike went over the crossbar in the 75th minute.


In the 85th minute, substitute Jonah James had a clear chance to double the lead but failed to convert a delightful through pass from Ebuka Lazarus.


The Comets defensive line, led by Benjamin ILuyomade, Uche Okoro, and Chinedu Nwankpa, were outstanding as they kept a clean sheet for the first time in four games, securing a vital three points at home.


Akpan Mfreke was named the man of the match for his brilliant performance following the victory against Madiba FC.


With the victory, Comets have now amassed 31 points from 20 games, moving to 5th position in the Southern Conference Group A standings with two games left in the 2023/24 Nigeria National League (NNL) season.


Comets will be on the road next weekend, traveling to Ikenne to face Beyond Limits in a Matchday 21 encounter at the Remo Stars Stadium on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

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