Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium witnessed how Bendel Insurance Football Club bounced back from a recent loss, claiming a 1-0 victory over Abia Warriors in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), courtsey of Evans Ogbonda’s Winning Strike.
Evans Ogbonda emerged as the hero of the night, unleashing a remarkable strike in the 6th minute and securing the solitary goal that propelled Insurance to triumph against the strong Abia State Warriors side, bagging the crucial three points.
The match commenced with fervour and determination from the Benin Arsenals, spearheaded by Chisom Okereke, Osaghae Jr., and Evans Ogbonda, who continuously pressured Sharp Uzoigwe’s goal area, resulting in an early lead.
Despite a dominant performance in the first half, Insurance missed several opportunities to further their advantage, Footballrover reports.
Ogbonda came close to doubling the lead but was denied by Abia Warriors’ keeper, Sharp Uzoigwe, maintaining the scoreline.
Ogbonda’s stellar display didn’t go unnoticed, as he claimed the well-deserved Man of the Match accolade, after his transformation from a left-back player to a potent midfielder and goal scorer under Coach Monday Odigie’s guidance.
Coach Odigie expressed confidence in his team’s ongoing improvement, urging increased fan support for the Benin Arsenals.
Meanwhile, Coach Erasmus Onuh of the Abia Warriors acknowledged his team’s efforts and remained optimistic about their resurgence as injured key players return to action.
With this crucial win, Bendel Insurance FC has ascended to fourth place on the league table with 23 points.
Their next challenge awaits them as they face Rivers United in the upcoming Match Day 16 fixture on December 28.
As Bendel Insurance celebrates this victory in their final home game before Christmas, the resurgence led by Evans Ogbonda’s brilliance sparks hope for an even brighter future in the NPFL.
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