Chaos On The Pitch! NPFL Coaches React To Stunning Losses And Ikorodu City Draw

The former NPFL champions remain winless this season, with head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu admitting that his tactical gamble backfired in their latest outing.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

It wasn’t the result we wanted. When we went a goal down, we took the risk of sacrificing numbers in midfield to push more men forward. Unfortunately, that left us exposed and led to the second goal,” he explained.

In Lagos, Ikorodu City boss Ali Kandil was frustrated after his side’s goalless draw with El-Kanemi Warriors, lamenting their lack of urgency.

“We lacked intensity in the first half. It’s a tough result to take,” Kandil said. “It’s always difficult to play against teams that sit in a mid-block or low block.”

For Niger Tornadoes, a 1-0 defeat to Enyimba might have gone differently, according to head coach Majin Mohammed. Despite the loss, he chose to stay positive.

“It was a good game. We had two early chances but couldn’t convert. They got theirs and took it. This is just the beginning; we’ll go back and prepare for the next match,” Mohammed said.

Abia Warriors coach Imama Amapakabo also struck a reflective note after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Nasarawa United in Lafia.

“We lost, but we have to go back and correct a whole lot based on today’s performance,” he remarked.

On the other hand, Nasarawa United’s head coach Mbwas Mangut was delighted with his team’s first win of the campaign, praising their aggressive start.

“We deserved the maximum points. My players came out firing in the first half, created many opportunities, and kept the momentum despite the opposition also having their chances,” Mangut said.

After matchday two, Bayelsa United sit at the top of the NPFL table, followed by Warri Wolves and El-Kanemi Warriors. Remo Stars, Rivers United, and Wikki Tourists round out the top six.