Bayelsa United Triumphs Over Bendel Insurance with a 2-1 Victory

Bayelsa United emerged victorious with a crucial 2-1 win against Bendel Insurance on March 2nd at the Samson Siasia Stadium. This victory is a significant boost for the Niger Delta side in their fight against relegation.

In a match that saw the home fans in full force, Bendel Insurance struck first with Oke Solomon K. opening the scoring. However, just before halftime, Emo James delivered a stunning equalizer for Bayelsa United, rekindling the energy of the home crowd.

The second half was a tense battle, with both teams pushing for a winner. Bayelsa United, desperate for three points to enhance their survival chances, found their breakthrough in the 65th minute through Tombiri Bina, securing a vital victory for the hosts.

Despite the win, tensions were high among Bayelsa United supporters, with chants and banners calling for the sacking of the manager, as fans believe the team’s struggles are due to managerial shortcomings.

Match Lineups

Bayelsa United

Starting XI:

1. Clinton A.E. (35)
2. Amedu G. (2)
3. Auwal S. (23)
4. Biriduba G. (5)
5. Emo J. (27)
6. Loveday S. (4)
7. Malik K. (20)
8. Ogba I. (26)
9. Ogundare A. (29)
10. Wisdom M. (13)
11. Yusuf I. (3)

Substitutes:

1. Abdullahi R. (7)
2. Biweribo T. (28)
3. Clark F. (24)
4. Ogbonna E. (34)
5. Ojobo M. (37)
6. Okorowanta B. (15)
7. Olisa E. (21)
8. Tombiri B. (19)
9. Yahaya I. (8)

Coach: Bosso L.

Bendel Insurance

Starting XI:

1. Baba J. (12)
2. Akpikipi V. (19)
3. Annie I. (17)
4. Chigozie D. (14)
5. Edem I. (3)
6. Enaruna M. (7)
7. Oke Solomon K. (21)
8. Okorom S. (23)
9. Oritseweyinmi M. (11)
10. Osahon O. (32)
11. Ugwu E. (5)

Substitutes:

1. Bashir M. (38)
2. Enabulele E. (15)
3. Ezinwa C. R. (29)
4. Harrison P. (26)
5. Moughara D. (13)
6. Ogunye A. (24)
7. Onyinjekwu C.