Two first half headers settled the contest in Onikan, and Kwara United finished with 10 men.
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A fast start at Onikan
Ikorodu City returned to winning ways in the EuroMatch NPFL with a 2-0 victory over Kwara United at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, on Saturday. The Oga Boys scored twice in the first half in a Matchday 8 fixture. FootballInNigeria.com.ng reports that Salami Farouk and Ikechukwu Junior both scored with headers.
Farouk gave the hosts the lead after just two minutes, rising highest to head home from a well delivered throw-in by Ujunwa Elijah. The early goal put Kwara United under pressure, and the visitors struggled to contain the hosts’ attack.
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Ikechukwu doubles the lead
Ikorodu City continued to push forward and made it 2-0 in the 36th minute. Ikechukwu Junior beat the Kwara United defence with another well-taken header, connecting with a delivery from Olumide Akinwande.
The goal was the third league goal of the season for Ikechukwu, which underlines his growing importance to the attack.
Kwara United, nicknamed the Harmony Boys, could not find a way back after the break. Ikorodu City held their advantage and kept a clean sheet.
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Red card for Kwara United
Kwara United’s difficult afternoon got worse in the 86th minute when Saheed Olaniyi was sent off for a second yellow card. The reckless challenge left the visitors with 10 men for the closing stages.
The dismissal ended any chance of a late comeback. Kwara United will have to regroup and address their shortcomings.
A timely response
The win followed a 2-0 defeat to Rivers United on Matchday 7. It was an important return to winning form for the Lagos based side.
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Ikorodu City face Niger Tornadoes next, while Kwara United meet Abia Warriors, according to the site fixture list on October 18. Can the Oga Boys build on this result?
📌 Did You Know?
- Ikorodu City beat Kwara United 1-0 in January 2026.
- The sides drew 0-0 in Ilorin on the opening day of the 2025/26 season.
- Ikorodu City goalkeeper Michael Atata was praised for his saves in that draw.
- Kwara United’s coach at that 2025/26 opener was Tunde Sanni.
- The Mobolaji Johnson Arena is shared by three top-flight clubs.
