Stephen Odey’s brace on Sunday helped Lagos-based MFM FC to dislodge former table toppers, Plateau United of Jos, from the Nigeria Professional Football League log on Sunday at their Soccer Temple, Agege Stadium.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Match Day 14 top of the table clash between MFM and Plateau United ended 2-1 in favour of MFM courtesy Odey’s brace in 46th and 88th minutes.
Odey, NPFL’s top scorer, is now the first player to hit double digit with 10 goals in the league.
He opened scoring with a neat finish from a pass from Sikiru Olatunbosun.
He continued his search for the second goal until 88th minute when he converted from the spot to give MFM the deserved three points.
Plateau United got their consolatory goal through Peter Eneji in the 62nd minute.
With the win against Plateau United, MFM now tops the NPFL table with 27 points.
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