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Three South Coasters have made a strong start to their NPFL qualification campaign, thanks to a stunning goal from Nofiu Raheem in the 83rd minute. Moreover, the team's high spirits have permeated the camp. The government has shown interest in the team, while the players are ready to achieve their goals of qualifying for the NPFL next season. In fact, 3SC vs Bendel Insurance was the first group B game, while the other two games - Gombe United and El Kanemi Warriors - ended in a 1-1 draw.
Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin was the first team to qualify for the Super 8 tournament, and the club was not without hope, as they were the hosts of the NNL Supper Eight. The game was played at the Nnamdi Azikwe stadium in Enugu, and the winning side went on to win 2-1. The other game in the same section saw Gombe United and Oluyole Warriors play to a 1-1 draw. The Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) FC came from behind and won by two goals. Bendel Insurance took the lead through a penalty kick in the 15th minute, but Daniel Johnson, who scored the equalizer, struck a volley with the outside of the post.
Oyo State's Seyi Makinde was in the stands to witness the dramatic match. The governor's speech was met with cheering crowds as the Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) clinched victory against Bendel Insurance. The Governor praised the players and the performance of the team and congratulated the team. After the match, the Governor thanked the team's players for the victory.
This Nigeria National League Super 8 matchup is on Sunday, and the teams have been paired for this match. Remo Stars have four points, while Bendel Insurance have zero. The team currently tops the Super 8 table after two games. They beat Ekiti United in their first game and have drawn with the Shooting Stars of Ibadan in their last match. Bendel Insurance, on the other hand, lost their first game 2-1 against the Shooting Stars of Ibadan.
The NPFL continues this weekend with teams hoping to climb up the table. Former Warri Wolves star Oladapo Alakija was unable to repeat his semifinal heroics but was happy to take a step closer to a record tenth continental title. He will be hoping that the team he helped to coach can continue that success this weekend. For now, though, the team that lost to Warri Wolves is the one that should be able to move up the table.
Shooting Stars FC of Enugu and Benin City, respectively, are in the Super Eight match in the Nigeria National League. The match was played at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. In the first half, Bendel Insurance took the lead through a penalty kick. However, in the second half, the Shooting Stars equalised through Malo Ayodeji's jersey.
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) FC
Three points for 3SC and a win over Bendel Insurance means a trip to the NPFL playoffs. After the first round, Remo Stars topped their group 3-0, while Shooting Stars Sports Club won 2-1 to take the second spot in the group. With that win, 3SC is one point above Remo, while Bendel Insurance are just two points behind them in Group B.Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin was the first team to qualify for the Super 8 tournament, and the club was not without hope, as they were the hosts of the NNL Supper Eight. The game was played at the Nnamdi Azikwe stadium in Enugu, and the winning side went on to win 2-1. The other game in the same section saw Gombe United and Oluyole Warriors play to a 1-1 draw. The Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) FC came from behind and won by two goals. Bendel Insurance took the lead through a penalty kick in the 15th minute, but Daniel Johnson, who scored the equalizer, struck a volley with the outside of the post.
Bendel Insurance FC
The Bendel Insurance FC vs 3SC game ended in a 2-1 win for the visitors. The Governor's administration invested in Bendel Insurance FC after it had issues with irregular payments. Obaseki's involvement has seen the team undergo a major overhaul. The team will now play alongside tier one teams. But how did the team fare against three other contenders? And can they achieve the feat?Oyo State's Seyi Makinde was in the stands to witness the dramatic match. The governor's speech was met with cheering crowds as the Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) clinched victory against Bendel Insurance. The Governor praised the players and the performance of the team and congratulated the team. After the match, the Governor thanked the team's players for the victory.
Remo Stars FC
In the last round of the NNL Super 8 playoffs, Remo Stars FC and Bendel Insurance will clash in the last group match at eight am today. Both teams have protested against the decision to shift the match after some of their supporters attacked officials and players. There were reports of a bus being destroyed, and some of the fans encroached on the field of play, disrupting the match. The team has received medical attention for the injured player, but there was no serious injury sustained.This Nigeria National League Super 8 matchup is on Sunday, and the teams have been paired for this match. Remo Stars have four points, while Bendel Insurance have zero. The team currently tops the Super 8 table after two games. They beat Ekiti United in their first game and have drawn with the Shooting Stars of Ibadan in their last match. Bendel Insurance, on the other hand, lost their first game 2-1 against the Shooting Stars of Ibadan.
Warri Wolves FC
Warri Wolves FC of Delta State, one of the newly-founded NPFL sides, were held to a two-all draw by Bendel Insurance FC on Sunday. The two teams met twice in a week and played to a stalemate in both games. While both teams were equal, one player seemed to be a bit more lively than the other. In an interview with the club's Media Officer, Baldwin Bazuaye outlined the situation.The NPFL continues this weekend with teams hoping to climb up the table. Former Warri Wolves star Oladapo Alakija was unable to repeat his semifinal heroics but was happy to take a step closer to a record tenth continental title. He will be hoping that the team he helped to coach can continue that success this weekend. For now, though, the team that lost to Warri Wolves is the one that should be able to move up the table.
3SC
A two-goal victory over Bendel Insurance in Enugu gave the Shooting Stars Supporters Club (3SC) the advantage in the Super Eight game. The team needs to win this competition to qualify for the elite Nigerian Premier Football League next season. The game was the first of two group B matches. The other game was a 1-1 draw between Gombe United and El-Kanemi Warriors.Shooting Stars FC of Enugu and Benin City, respectively, are in the Super Eight match in the Nigeria National League. The match was played at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. In the first half, Bendel Insurance took the lead through a penalty kick. However, in the second half, the Shooting Stars equalised through Malo Ayodeji's jersey.
