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Soccer News of Tuesday, 6 July 2021

Source: www.mynigeria.com

Nasarawa United beat Jigawa Golden Stars to boost CAFCL hopes

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Nasarawa United closed the gap on leaders Akwa United after a 3-1 victory against Jigawa Golden Stars in Monday's NPFL fixture at the Lafia Township Stadium.

Silas Nwankwo had the first chance of the game inside the opening 1 minute after dispossessing Jigawa Golden Stars defender Papa Idris, but goalkeeper Victor Sochima makes himself big to deny the striker from close range, reports Brila.net.

In the 11th minute, Silas Nwankwo again missed another big chance after receiving a pass from Chigozie Obasi’s in 18 yard box, the striker placed his effort wide with only the goalkeeper to beat, according to Brila.net.

Jigawa Golden Stars’ first real chance came in the 17th minute, Dogara Peter skipped past two defenders, before unleashing a powerful drive, but it was well dealt with by Galadima Mohammed in goal for Nasarawa United.