Abia Warriors claimed a dramatic 1–0 victory over Warri Wolves in a tense Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter, decided deep into stoppage time.
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The contest was largely cagey, with both sides cancelling each other out for long periods and clear-cut chances proving hard to come by.
Abia Warriors pushed for a breakthrough in the closing stages and made a tactical change in the 75th minute, introducing Chindi Merpring and Ogunjimi Samuel in place of Paul Samson and Obioma Chukwuemeka.
Drama unfolded late in the game as Sunday Megwo went agonisingly close in the third minute of added time, rattling the post with a powerful effort that left the home supporters in disbelief.
Moments later, Abia Warriors were awarded a penalty, presenting a final opportunity to settle the contest.
Stepping up in the fifth minute of stoppage time, Sunday Megwo kept his composure and converted from the spot to break the deadlock and secure all three points for Abia Warriors.
The late strike proved decisive as Abia Warriors held on at full time to record a hard-earned 1–0 win over Warri Wolves, bringing a thrilling end to an otherwise evenly matched NPFL fixture.
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