Remo Stars 3-0 Shooting Stars
Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne
Date: Wednesday, 2023-11-01
Remo Stars continued their unbeaten run against Shooting Stars with a resounding 3-0 victory in the Southwest Derby at the Remo Stars Stadium on Wednesday.
The Sky Blue Stars took the lead in the 20th minute through Ahmed Akinyele, who headed home from Sodiq Ismail’s corner. Remo Stars doubled their lead in the 40th minute from the penalty spot, after Franck Mawuena was brought down inside the area. Sikiru Alimi stepped up and coolly converted the spot-kick.
Shooting Stars tried to get back into the game in the second half, but they were unable to break down Remo Stars’ resolute defence. Alimi got his second goal of the game in the 63rd minute, tapping home from close range after Ismail had set him up.
Remo Stars held on comfortably for the win, which sees them move up to the top of the NPFL table. Shooting Stars, on the other hand, remain in 10th place.
Man of the Match: Sikiru Alimi (Remo Stars)
Analysis:
Remo Stars were simply too good for Shooting Stars in this match. The Sky Blue Stars were dominant from start to finish, and they created numerous chances to score. Shooting Stars, on the other hand, were very poor. They struggled to create any clear-cut chances, and their defence was all at sea.
Remo Stars’ victory is a testament to the progress they have made under the management of Daniel Ogunmodede. The Sky Blue Stars are now a well-organized and disciplined team, and they are one of the favorites to win the NPFL title this season.
Key Moments:
- 20th minute: Remo Stars take the lead through Ahmed Akinyele’s header.
- 40th minute: Remo Stars double their lead from the penalty spot through Sikiru Alimi.
- 63rd minute: Alimi gets his second goal of the game to seal Remo Stars’ victory.
