Heartland FC Records 3-2 Narrow Victory Over Inter Lagos
By: CHRIS ABIAZIEM
Heartland FC of Owerri achieved a narrow victory over Inter Lagos FC, securing a 3-2 win in an exhilarating Nigeria National League match held at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri on Saturday.
The Naze Millionaires opened scoring with a penalty. In the 16th minute, the referee awarded Heartland FC a penalty due to an infringement by an Inter Lagos player who impeded goal-bound ThankGod Chilaka within the crucial area.
Skipper Uche Akuwueze executed the penalty with precision.
In the 41st minute, Heartland FC increased their lead through Joel Okoro, who skillfully volleyed home a splendid cross delivered by Murphy Ndukwu. The score remained 2-0 in favour of the home team at halftime.
Upon resumption of play, Inter Lagos displayed a determined and aggressive approach in their quest to narrow the deficit.
Their efforts were rewarded in the 57th minute when O. Sijuwande successfully scored a goal against the Naze Millionaires.
Joel Okoro once again demonstrated his prowess in the 66th minute, scoring his second goal with assistance from Murphy Ndukwu.
A handball committed by Uche Akuwueze resulted in Inter Lagos FC obtaining their second goal through a penalty executed by Uchenna Njoku in the 88th minute.
At the conclusion of the match, the score stood at 3-2 in favour of the home team.
