NPFL'23: Bayelsa United rallied back twice to earn a point against Rivers United

Published on: 22 February 2023

Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL newly promoted side, Bayelsa United came from behind twice to salvage a point against reigning champions, Rivers United on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccerenet.com reports.

The Prosperity Boys played out a two all draw against the Pride of Rivers in the match day 7 rescheduled fixture at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa.

It was Chiamaka Madu who opened score after brilliantly finishing off a team attacking move assisted by Joseph Onoja.

As the Visitors went into the dressing room with the lead after the referee blew the whistle for the end of the first 45.

However, Daniel Ekpo levelled terms for the NNL champions in the second half after six minutes of play to make it 1-1.

Rivers United were in the lead in the 66th minute as Malachi Ohawume finished from the assist of Mark Gibson Theo with the assist

Bayelsa United most in form striker, Robert Mizo scored in the 90 minutes to restore parity to give his side a point.

Uche Dozie

 

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