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Ikorodu City FC defeated Rivers United 1-0 in their Match Day 30 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match, courtesy of a strike by Temitope Folarin, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos State.
Ikorodu City started brightly and pushed forward in search of an early goal, but Rivers United’s disciplined defence kept the hosts at bay throughout the opening half.
With the first half ending goalless, coach Bright Ozadegbe introduced Folarin after the break, replacing academy player Dennis Mse in the 46th minute.
The substitution proved decisive as Folarin struck in the 52nd minute, capitalising on a loose ball after goalkeeper’s save from Salami Farouk’s goal-bound effort.
League leaders Rivers United looked for a way back into match, but could not break down the resilient defence of Ikorodu City.
The victory boosted Ikorodu City’s hopes of securing a continental ticket.
Ikorodu City now sit in third place with 48 points from 30 matches, four points behind leaders Rivers United.
Rivers United still have a game in hand as they are in on 52 points with 29 matches played. Rangers International are in second place with 51 points from 30 games.
