NPFL: Sporting Lagos Beat Ten Man Plateau United to Extend Unbeaten Run

Sporting Lagos extended their unbeaten run to six matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) with a 3-2 victory over ten-man Plateau United at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday.

Aliyu Baba gave the visitors an early lead in the 10th minute before Victor Dawa scored twice in first-half stoppage time and the 35th minute to put Plateau United ahead.

Victor Samuel restored Sporting Lagos' advantage eight minutes after the restart, while Jacob Aondona sealed the victory with a goal in the 83rd minute. Plateau Utd were down to 10 players after Alex Aghahowa got a second booking in the 80th minute for foul play.

The win extended Sporting Lagos' impressive run of form, with the newly promoted side recording their third victory of the season.

The Lagos-based club now sit third in the NPFL standings with 15 points from nine matches, just two points behind league leaders Rivers United.