Goals from Paul Acquah’ and Ishaq Kayode were all Rivers United needed to see off a spirited Sokoto United, eventually securing a 2-1 victory in an AITEO Cup 2nd round tie at the Lafia City Stadium on Wednesday.
WHAT HAPPENED
On a very hot afternoon at the Lafia City Stadium, it was Paul Acquah who made the precious first breakthrough when in the 38th minute he finished off a tantalizing move initiated by Godwin Aguda to give the “Pride of Rivers” a well-deserved lead going into the break.
Sokoto United came back stronger after the interval and their effort yielded fruits when they drew level against the run of play in the 58th minute.
Substitute Ishaq Kayode ensured victory for Rivers United in the 71st minutes when he rifled in a low shot from a free-kick.
