In an unexpected pre-game moment at the New Jos Stadium, Plateau United’s midfield dynamo, Uche Onwuasoanya, stole the spotlight by proposing to his beloved just before their 2-1 victory over Enugu Rangers.
The stadium witnessed a surge of romance as Onwuasoanya’s partner gleefully accepted his proposal with a resounding “yes.”
Fueled by this heartwarming moment, the midfielder led his team onto the pitch with an evident determination to impress his soon-to-be wife, Footballrover reports
The game kicked off with fervour, and within just three minutes, Moses Adikwu thrilled the home crowd by securing an early lead.
However, the visitors, Rangers International, retaliated swiftly, with Chidiebere Nwobodo equalising the score just 12 minutes later, setting the stage for an intense battle leading into halftime.
As the second half unfolded, both teams pushed for a breakthrough but struggled to convert their chances.
It wasn’t until the dying moments of the game that Olawale Doyeni’s spectacular goal in the 94th minute sealed Plateau United’s victory, igniting jubilation among both the fans and the newly engaged couple.
With this crucial win, Plateau United climbed to the 10th spot in the NPFL standings, securing 16 points, while the Flying Antelopes closely followed in 12th place, one point adrift.
Looking ahead, Onwuasoanya and his teammates will now prepare to face Niger Tornadoes in a challenging away fixture next Wednesday, while the Fidelis Ilechuckwu side will clash against Bayelsa United this Sunday.
The captivating blend of romance and football heroics was fully on display at the New Jos Stadium.
It marked a memorable day for Uche Onwuasoanya, both on and off the field, as Plateau United celebrated a heartfelt proposal and a thrilling victory in this NPFL encounter.
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