Sulaiman Idris was voted Man of the Match after a standout performance, as Kolade Agunbiade netted a brace to power Awoniyi FC to a 2–0 victory over Golden Dollar.
The match, held on Friday, saw Awoniyi FC secure all three points in a strong display. Idris’s consistent influence all over the pitch earned him the top individual honour, while Agunbiade’s two clinical finishes sealed the result.
With this win, Awoniyi FC continue to build momentum in the Nigeria Football League as they look to assert themselves this season.
Editorial
In football, there are moments that affirm a team’s quiet ascent, and Friday’s clash between Awoniyi FC and Golden Dollar was precisely that. Sulaiman Idris, adjudged Man of the Match, did not simply shine he anchored a performance that spoke to real ambition and growing maturity. His influence was pervasive in possession, in distribution, and in control.
Then there is Kolade Agunbiade, whose two strikes were more than just goals. They were statements. In doubling his side’s lead, he did not just kill off a match he announced that he belongs in the big moments. For a club like Awoniyi FC, eager to rise in the Nigeria Football League, such performances matter. They are the building blocks of belief.
Golden Dollar, for their part, deserved better. But football is ruthless: when the opponents take their chances, you pay the price. This was not a fluke it was a well-earned victory crafted by a side that looks increasingly coherent and purposeful.
Awoniyi FC’s progress is not just about winning matches it’s about cultivating a culture of excellence. With Idris as their fulcrum and Agunbiade as their finisher, they may yet challenge for more than just respect. This result feels like a turning point. The question now is can they sustain it, and when will they begin to demand, and win, on even bigger stages?
Did You Know?
- Sulaiman Idris’s Man of the Match performance is significant he has been a regular starter this season, increasingly praised for his consistency.
- Kolade Agunbiade has developed a reputation for scoring in crucial games he’s not just a habitual scorer, but someone who steps up when it matters.
- Awoniyi FC’s victory came in their home stadium, where they have been investing in tactical depth and youth integration.
- Golden Dollar is considered a resilient side in the league and have given several top teams tough challenges this season, but they have struggled to close out big games.
- This result adds to Awoniyi FC’s rising profile in the Nigeria Football League, positioning them as a team to watch in the push for promotion or higher table finishes.
