Remo Stars continued their impressive form in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sunshine Stars in the match day 22 southwest derby played at Remo stars stadium Ikenne.
The victory for the sky blue boys made it 7 matches unbeaten, spiced with 5 games winning streak.
This was Remo stars fourth away win of the season albeit on their turf and the most for any club this season
Sunshine stars earlier in the season adopted Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode, as their temporary home.
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Owena Whales chose Ijebu-Ode due to ongoing renovation and upgrading of Ondo State Sports Complex, Akure.
Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu ode.
However the reverted to playing their home games in Ikenne as the second stanza of the League kicked off.
The result strengthens Coach Daniel Ogunmodede Remo Stars position at the top of the league standings with 45 points from 22 matches.
The match kicked off with high intensity, and it was the visitors who struck first. In the 9th minute, Alex Oyowah scored a stunning diving header from a pinpoint cross by Sikiru Alimi.
The early goal set the tone, but Remo Stars responded swiftly.In the 28th minute, Ibrahim Abubakar doubled the lead, finishing confidently after receiving a well-timed pass from Nduka Junior.
Sky blue stars are gunning for their first ever NPFL title
Abubakar made a clever run, lifting the ball over the onrushing goalkeeper Ishola to make it 2-0.
Sunshine Stars fought back in the 67th minute, pulling a goal back to spark hopes of a comeback.
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However, despite a late push from the visitors, including four minutes of added time, Remo Stars’ defense stood strong, with substitutes Ibe Abdulrazaq playing a crucial role in maintaining their advantage.
Remo Stars remain firmly at the top with 45 points, while Shooting Stars, with 36 points and two games in hand, continue to provide strong competition in the title race.
