Late Goals Deliver Full Points For Sunshine Stars In NNL Victory Over Gateway United

Late Goals Deliver Full Points For Sunshine Stars In NNL Victory Over Gateway United 

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Sunshine Stars FC of Akure recorded a comfortable 2–0 victory over Gateway FC of Abeokuta on Saturday in their Matchday Two fixture of the 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) at the Ondo State Sports Complex, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

After a goalless first half in which the hosts failed to convert several opportunities, Sunshine Stars finally broke the deadlock in the 73rd minute through Opeoluwa Olufemi. Substitute Michael Olalusi doubled the advantage just three minutes later, sealing all three points for the Akure-based side.

Head coach Bobola Akinfolarin expressed satisfaction with the performance, praising the supporters for their backing.

 “I am happy with the result. We created more chances and wanted the victory more than our opponents, and we got what we deserved,” Akinfolarin said.

Chairman of the Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA), Divine Ogbonaya, also lauded the team’s effort and reiterated the club’s commitment to its season objectives, noting that Sunshine Stars would remain focused and determined.

Gateway FC’s head coach, Ayo Filani, declined to speak with journalists after the match.

Sunshine Stars will next face Inter Lagos on Matchday Three of the NNL.