Yusuf Fantami scored in the 19th minute as Doma United defeated Inter Lagos 1-0 in a Nigeria National League Super 4 match on Monday night at Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne. The goal came from a well-executed attacking move, with Fantami rising highest in the penalty area to head home. Inter Lagos pushed for an equaliser but failed to break through Doma United's defence despite creating chances.
Tensions flared late in the game as both teams were reduced to 10 men. Damilare Adigun was sent off in the 82nd minute for an elbow, and shortly after, Doma United's Kennedy Osemudiamen received a red card for unsporting behaviour. Despite the disruptions, Doma United held on for the win.
Adams Simbad was named Man of the Match for his commanding performance from defence. Doma United now sit level on points with Sporting Lagos, who beat Ranchers Bees earlier in the day. All four teams have already secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, but the Super 4 continues to determine the second-tier champion. The next matches take place Wednesday at the same venue, with Inter Lagos facing Ranchers Bees before Doma United meet Sporting Lagos.
"Words cannot express how happy I am to pick up this award, but the most important thing is the victory we achieved today," Simbad said. "We are here in Ikenne to win the title, and we will keep pushing to make that happen."
Adams Simbad celebrates a Man of the Match award while his team survives a late red card and a fiery finish, exposing the thin line between discipline and chaos in a tournament already decided on promotion. Doma United's push for the Super 4 title gains momentum, but the dismissals of two players in stoppage time suggest nerves are fraying despite the top-flight prize already secured. The irony lies in celebrating composure after a match that ended with both teams down to 10 men and tempers flaring. For the players, the fight for silverware continues, but the real test may be staying on the pitch long enough to lift it.
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