Nasarawa United's 4-1 win over Rivers United has propelled them to third position on the NPFL table, with the Solid Miners' technical adviser Mbwas Mangut urging his team to sustain momentum. The victory at Lafia City Stadium on Monday was a resounding one, with Ngei Oluka-Efor, Abubakar Abdullahi, Chimezie Victor, and JoFrank Istifanus all finding the back of the net for the hosts. Taiwo Abdulrafiu scored Rivers United's only goal, but it was not enough to prevent the loss.
The win has seen Nasarawa United move up the table, and Mangut is keen to see his team build on this success. With the league nearing its climax, Mangut's focus is on securing a continental ticket at the end of the season. He praised his players for adhering to their game plans and believes they should have scored more goals against a strong Rivers United side.
Ngei Oluka-Efor, Abubakar Abdullahi, Chimezie Victor, and JoFrank Istifanus were the goal-scorers for Nasarawa United, while Taiwo Abdulrafiu scored for Rivers United.
Ngei Oluka-Efor's impressive performance for Nasarawa United is a testament to the team's growing strength. With this win, they now sit third on the table, but the real challenge will be to maintain this position as the league enters its final stages. Mangut's ambition to secure a continental ticket is a realistic one, and this win has given them a much-needed boost in their quest for a top-two finish.
