Victor Mbaoma brace help Remo Stars to claim a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Enyimba in an intense NPFL Matchday fixture at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta, on Sunday, capping off a performance full of early precision, set-piece quality, and disciplined defending.
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The hosts struck almost immediately, sending their home supporters into early celebration. Victor Mbaoma opened the scoring in the 3rd minute, darting to the near post to glance home a well-driven low cross from Chigozie Chilekwu.
The early breakthrough set the tone for a fast and physical encounter between two sides aiming for top-of-the-table consistency.
Enyimba, however, responded with composure. Their persistence paid off in the 32nd minute when they found the equalizer, restoring balance to a high-tempo first half.
But Remo Stars reclaimed control just before the interval. In added time, Mbaoma completed his brace in style, rising at the back post to head home a perfectly delivered free-kick from Haruna Hadi.
His clinical positioning and aerial precision restored the hosts’ lead at 45+1 minutes, earning a thunderous reaction from the crowd.
The second half saw Remo Stars defend their advantage with maturity, absorbing sustained pressure from Enyimba while searching for opportunities on the counter.
Mbaoma, the standout performer of the night, received a warm ovation when he was substituted in the 80th minute, replaced by Adam Goita.
In the end, Remo Stars held firm to secure all three points in front of their home supporters — a victory fueled by early initiative, set-piece sharpness, and a standout display from their in-form striker.
