The Nigeria National League Super Six playoff kicked off with Sporting Lagos and Doma United both securing victories on the opening day. In the tournament’s first match, Sporting Lagos edged out Ranchers Bees with a narrow 1-0 triumph. The decisive moment came just before halftime when Alex Leme rose highest to power a header into the net, giving the Lagos-based side a crucial lead. Despite Ranchers Bees pushing hard for an equalizer in the second half, Sporting Lagos held firm to claim all three points.
The second fixture of the day saw Doma United defeat Inter Lagos by the same 1-0 scoreline. Fantami Yusuf emerged as the hero for Doma United, finding the back of the net in the 16th minute with a composed finish. Inter Lagos struggled to recover from the early setback and could not breach Doma United’s defense, leaving them pointless on the opening day.
Looking ahead, Wednesday promises an exciting clash as Doma United takes on Sporting Lagos in what will be a battle between the two opening-day winners. Meanwhile, Inter Lagos will look to bounce back when they face Ranchers Bees, hoping to get their campaign on track.