Sporting Lagos outshine Gombe United on NPFL debut

<p>Sporting Lagos made a big statement on their maiden appearance in the Nigeria Premier Football League edging out Gombe United 2-0 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos on Monday night.</p>, <p>The modest side that was founded less than a year ago gained promotion to the NPFL last season.</p>, <p>Rivio Ayemwerene scored their first-ever top-flight goal three minutes before the break.</p>, <p>Ayemwerene rose highest to nod home Jonathan Alukwu’s cross.</p>, <p>Clement Nantuan netted the second 11 minutes from time.</p>, <p>Gombe United were awarded a penalty deep into stoppage time but it was fluffed by Mojeeb Odufeso.</p>, <p>Sporting Lagos will travel to Uyo for their next game against former champions Akwa United in Uyo on Sunday.</p>, <p>Gombe United will host defending champions Enyimba same day.</p>