Kwara United on Sunday, November 24, started their campaign this season in the National League on an impressive note beating visiting Gombe United 1-0 in Ilorin.
Gombe United went into this encounter against the Harmony Boys with full confidence considering the fact that their coach Aliyu Zubairu is an erstwhile Kwara United coach.
But Kwara United had the first chance to score in this encounter when Joshua Agboola delivers a superb pass for Sunday Owoyemi who missed the chance to score.
Ahmed Jimoh walked pass two Kwara United players trying to connect with his teammate in the 12th minute, but his effort was wasted by Rabiu Usman.
Kwara United had numerous chances to score in the first half, but the luck went against them as the first half ended goalless.
On Resumption, Kwara United changed their pattern of play to more attacking style trying to look for an early goal so as to please the home faithful.
Tobi Adeyi would have given Kwara the lead in the 66th minute when he got a brilliant assist from Ajibola Adeleke, but he failed to beat Gombe United goalie Gideon Gambo.
United eventually scored their goal in the 71st minute through Dede Monghara who netted via a fantastic free kick.
Gombe United tried to restore parity before the final whistle, but Kwara United held on to record a vital 1-0 win at home.
Kwara United will face Taraba FC in their next game of the season in the National League.
