Rooted At the bottom of the NPFL25 standings heading into Match Day 17’s Schedule at the Lafia City of Stadium, Lobi Stars Of Makurdi had endured a mix of fortunes, Producing only one win in their last 5 games, something that clearly provides anxious moments for current handler and former Super Eagles forward,Daniel Amokachi.
The Peace Boy’s Two wins in Five Games only proved better for points raised but near misses against Akwa United and Bendel Insurance on Match Days 14 and 15 respectively, failed to produce fruits despite the commendable efforts.
Still unable to call on any of his recognized forwards in Injured Benard Mundi,Albert Hilary or even Rotshak John,Mbwas Mangut has got to adapt anyway.
Plateau United’s Ibeh Michael,Mafeng Pam And Samuel Kalu’ s efforts all had capabilities of impacting the game’s outcome.
Conversely,Lobi Stars’ Segun Oloruntoba And Waheed Adebayo came closest until in the deep of first half when Waheed’ s tenacity paid off to put the hosts1-0 up Amidst other attempts across boards.
Lobi Stars’ Chief Coach,Mika Lonstromm and Plateau United’s Technical Adviser,Mbwas Mangut admit to the Game’s high intensity and competitiveness but differ in their eventual reactions to the outcome of the game.
A trip back to Jos and a fixture on Match Day 18 Against Enyimba International Of Aba is up next for the Peace Boys which provides a fresh chance to return to winning ways.
CREDIT: Yaksat Maklek, D.M.O PUFC