Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa made an emphatic return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), scoring two goals in Kano Pillars’ 2-0 victory over Sunshine Stars in Matchday 5 on Sunday.
The match marked his first appearance for the club after a nine-month absence, and he wasted no time showing his class.
In front of an enthusiastic home crowd at the Muhammad Dikko Stadium, Katsina, Musa found the net just five minutes into the game with a powerful strike.
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His second goal came early in the second half, securing a comfortable lead for the Sai Musa Gida.
Despite missing a penalty in the 70th minute that could have sealed his hat-trick, Musa’s return proved vital, as Kano Pillars finally broke a two-game losing streak.
The win was crucial for Kano Pillars, and Technical Adviser Usman Sherrif Abdallah praised the team’s resilience, highlighting Musa’s performance as a catalyst for their improved showing.
Musa expressed his joy post-match, saying, “I’m happy to be back and contribute to the team’s success. Playing here is always special, and I look forward to more wins.”
As Kano Pillars prepare for two tough away fixtures against Akwa United and Rangers International, fans are hopeful that Musa’s return will spark a resurgence for the four-time Nigerian champions as they aim to climb the NPFL standings.
Match Highlights
5′: Ahmed Musa opens the scoring
51′: Musa nets his second
70′: Musa misses a penalty
Full Time: Kano Pillars 2-0 Sunshine Stars
Musa’s return not only boosts Kano Pillars but also increases expectations for his potential recall to the Super Eagles ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
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