Defending champions Remo Stars secured a vital 1–0 victory over Ikorodu City at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, thanks to a second-half strike from Haruna Hadi, as they continue their push away from the relegation zone.
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After a cagey first half with few clear-cut chances, the breakthrough arrived in the 47th minute. Haruna Hadi showed composure and decisiveness to fire Remo Stars into the lead, sending the home fans into celebration and giving the Sky Blue Stars a much-needed advantage.
The match marked a significant moment for Remo Stars, who returned to their home ground in Ikenne after spending an extended period at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta due to rehabilitation work.
The familiar surroundings appeared to lift the champions, who played with greater intensity and confidence, particularly in the second half.
Ikorodu City responded by raising the tempo as the game progressed, pushing numbers forward in search of an equaliser.
By the 77th minute, the visitors were applying sustained pressure, but Remo Stars’ defence remained resolute, showing discipline and organisation to protect their slender lead.
Despite late pressure, the hosts held firm to see out the win, earning three valuable points that could prove crucial as the season unfolds.
The result provides a significant confidence boost for Remo Stars, who have endured a difficult start to the campaign and are determined to stabilise their position and secure their place in the top flight.
With momentum gradually building, the defending champions will look to build on this result as they aim to rediscover the consistency that defined their title-winning campaign.
