It was late drama on the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, on Matchday 2 of the Nigeria Nationwide League (NNL) Tremendous 8 as Osun United snatched an important level in opposition to Crown FC in a tense South West derby.
Wasiu Falolu gave Crown FC a deserved lead within the sport, however simply when it appeared like Osun United would endure their first defeat of the playoffs, Nurudeen Abolude stepped up within the dying minutes to transform a high-pressure penalty, incomes his aspect a 1-1 draw.
The consequence means Osun United now sit atop the Southern Convention standings with 4 factors after two video games, protecting their Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) promotion hopes firmly alive forward of a dramatic closing spherical of fixtures on Thursday, July 10.
Southern Convention – Tremendous 8 Standings (After Matchday 2):
- Osun United – 4 pts
- Warri Wolves – 3 pts
- Kun Khalifat FC – 3 pts
- Crown FC – 1 pt
Earlier within the day, Warri Wolves bounced again from their opening loss to Osun United with a commanding 3-0 win over Kun Khalifat FC, protecting their promotion bid on monitor. Jude struck twice within the first half, whereas Yarhere Efe added the third within the second half to offer Wolves the benefit on aim distinction over Kun Khalifat.
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Ultimate Day Fixtures – Southern Convention:
- Warri Wolves vs Crown FC
- Kun Khalifat FC vs Osun United
With all 4 groups nonetheless mathematically within the race, Thursday guarantees fireworks. A win for any staff might seal promotion relying on different outcomes with Osun United searching for a draw to get a prime flight spot.
Northern Convention Replace
In the meantime, within the Northern Convention, Yobe Desert Stars took an enormous leap in direction of promotion with a gritty 2-1 win over Doma United, placing them on prime of the desk with 4 factors.
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Within the different match, Wikki Vacationers and Barau FC performed out a tense 0-0 draw, protecting each groups alive within the race heading into the ultimate matchday.
Northern Convention – Tremendous 8 Standings (After Matchday 2):
- Yobe Desert Stars – 4 pts
- Barau FC – 2 pts
- Wikki Vacationers – 2 pts
- Doma United – 1 pt
Ultimate Day Fixtures – Northern Convention:
- Yobe Desert Stars vs Wikki Vacationers
- Barau FC vs Doma United
What’s at Stake
The highest two groups from every convention will acquire promotion to the Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL). The group winners can even conflict within the NNL Championship Ultimate to find out the general 2025 NNL champions.
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With every thing to play for and slim margins separating the contenders, the ultimate day of the NNL Tremendous 8 is about for an exciting conclusion.
