NPFL: Insurance beat Katsina Utd to rekindle hope of survival

NPFL: Insurance beat Katsina Utd to rekindle hope of survival By Admin With three matches remaining in the current season of the Nigeria Professional Football abridged League, Bendel Insurance FC of Benin defeated Katsina Utd 2-1 today to rekindle their hope of survival in the nation's premier league. Adimorama Eze was on target twice for Insurance as he got the brace through determination in the 34th and 44th minutes of the game to put Insurance in front against their visitors. The Benin Arsenal players scandalously wasted two penalty kicks with two goals also disallowed by the central referee. The first penalty won by Imade Osarenkhoe after he was brought down in the box by Katsina United defender came within two minutes of play but was wasted by Daniel Johnson who played it into the hands of Danjuma Paul while the 69th minute second penalty was kicked over the bar by Ebiaku Promise shortly before Tasiu Lawal scored for his side in the 71st minute. Following a counter-attack to cause some tension for the home team. The 2-1 victory has now restored confidence in the Insurers camp who are now occupying seventh position on group A table with 25 points. The Benin Arsenal will be on the road to Enugu to confront Rangers International in matchday 20 midweek showdown as the battle for survival and league crown rages. Speaking after the game, Insurance assistant coach, Greg Ikhenoba said he was happy his side won. He however defended his players who missed two penalty kicks, insisting that such things happen in the game of football. "It was a good result despite the fact that we missed several scoring chances. The important thing is that we got the important three points. Our focus is now on Rangers game and we will continue fight till the end." Ikhenoba concluded. Also speaking, coach Abudulahi Biffo of Katsina united said it was a good game,adding that his side lost to a determined side. He added that Insurance is a young team that should be given time to fully develope.# By Kehinde Osagiede