Goals from each Half by Abdulkareem Mummini in the 10th and 73rd minute gave Abia Comet a two zero victory over visiting Bayelsa United in a match day two encounter of the Nigeria National League (NNL) at the Enyimba int’l Stadium Aba, sports247.ng gathers
According to the Media Chief of the group B1 table topper, he said the Technical Adviser of Bayelsa United Makeme Fekete made few changes from the team that lost one nil to Abaye Fc in the State FA cup semi finals.while Endurance Niseaziba made his debut for Bayelsa United for first time season replacing Dimie Pius Iniedidie.
Abdulkareem Mummini gave the host the lead in the 10th through Bright Esieme’s Cross before doubling the scoreline in the 73rd minute after a defensive blunder from Bayelsa United defence line to go pass goalkeeper Robert Cole.
However, The visitors best opportunity of the game came in the 37th minute of the game, but fired blank by Emo James. After conceding the second, the Restoration Boys did not relent in their quest to equalised as Esobe Chukwudi and Zechariah Sunday continue to torment Abia Comet defensive pair of Kola Awe and Ini Edem.
Zechariah Sunday could have reduced the deficit for Bayelsa United when his solo move effort hit the woodwork in the 85th minute.
The victory leaves Abia Comets 1st in Group B1 with four points after two games closely followed by Shooting Stars of Ibadan on same points but superior goal difference.
After the game, Technical Adviser of Abia Comets Bethel Orji expressed delight adding that he is pleased with the performance of his lads after two games.
While on his part, disappointed Technical Adviser of Bayelsa United Makeme Fekete attributed the loss to lack of concentration,Stressing that his players were too wasteful in front of goal.
