NPFL: Doma United Pips Enyimba International In Gombe

NPFL: Doma United Pips Enyimba International In Gombe

Sampson Adedeji

Doma United continued their impressive performance in the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier League season as they secured a narrow win over champions Enyimba International, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The rescheduled game was held at the Pantami Stadium in Gombe and it was the host that secured the maximum points.

The first chance of the game fell to Enyimba striker Chukwude but Doma goalkeeper Osayi Kingdom did well to save the ball.

Hilary Ekawu netted the only goal of the game in the 17th minute and put the host in firm control.

The People's Elephants tried to up their game in the second half with the introduction of Chijioke Mbaoma into the team.

Playing in front of their fans, the Savannah Tigers defenders put up a decent and disciplined performance to nullify all the Enyimba attackers.

The Aba-based side was reduced to 10 men in the 85th minute after their midfielder Daniel Daga was given his marching for a dangerous play.

The host held on to the lead to earn the full point from the match.