Both Gateway United and Ijebu United based in Ogun State began their campaign for promotion to the elite league on a bright note , after securing vital win on the road against their respective opponents for the
2022/2023 seasoned
Haruna Salifu struck in the 34th minute when he rose highest to nod in Ovenseri Samuel's cross at the back stick, to give Gateway boys the needed three points against homeside, Crown FC in a Nigeria National League (NNL) opener played at the Soun Township Stadium in Ogbomo for the 2022/2023 seasoned
Omolaoye Abiodun almost grabbed a last gasp goal with a header aimed at the bottom corner but Adeniyi Adejare parried to corner.
Gateway United maintained the goal advantage thanks to resolute defending and a heroic goalkeeping
The Toyin Ayinla tutored side will playing at home against Ijebu United in a local derby at Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode on this Saturday 25th March 2023 at 4pm.
"What a game. The boys played their socks off. They followed our instructions to the letter. It's a great start. We will take it from here. We are basking in the euphoria no doubt but we won't overdo it. Our first home game is against Ijebu United on Saturday, and that's now our focus" coach Toyin Ayinla commented.
Similarly rivals, Ijebu United recorded hard-earned 1-2 win on the road against Joy Cometh in a match played at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos
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