Katsina United earned a hard-fought 1–0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors of their Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) Matchday 26 conflict, because of an early objective from Auwal Sadiq Abubakar.
The ahead struck within the seventh minute to present the house aspect a dream begin on the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, ending off a swift attacking transfer that left the El-Kanemi backline scrambling.
Regardless of a number of makes an attempt from the guests to seek out an equalizer, the Katsina United defence stood resolute, with goalkeeper Salisu Yusuf making essential saves to protect the slim lead.
The match was a check of resilience for either side, however it was Katsina United who confirmed higher composure and tactical self-discipline to safe all three factors in entrance of their dwelling supporters.
The end result additional strengthens their spectacular dwelling document this season and boosts their hopes of a top-half end.
For El-Kanemi Warriors, the defeat highlights their persistent struggles on the highway.
The Maiduguri-based membership have managed only one win of their final 23 away fixtures — a dramatic 4–3 victory over Nasarawa United again in September 2024.
Regardless of exhibiting flashes of attacking intent, their lack of innovative in entrance of objective continues to hang-out them.
Katsina United, alternatively, will look to construct on this momentum because the league after 1 / 4 of video games into the season.
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