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Optima Energy NLO Super 8 : Doma Utd too strong for Danburam Fc…as Campus FC shocks Ottasolo, Destiny Boys tear Udala apart

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Doma Utd too strong for Danburam Fc

A very exciting, action packed opening game of NLO Super 8 between Doma Utd and Junior Danburam Fc produced three goals, as Doma Utd triumphed 2-1 to pick the maximum points.

Doma Utd were the dominant side in the opening minutes of the game and Hilary Ekawu was very clinical to put his side ahead in the 11th minute.

Despite all the pressure and more chances Doma Utd created, Danburam Fc defenders were resolute to ensure the team did not concede another goal as the first half ended 1-0.

It was a different ball game in the second half when Danburam Fc gave no one the reason to doubt, their intention to equalise. Farouk Ibrahim in goal for Doma Utd was kept very busy with the attacking forays of the Katsina based team.

Umar Abdullahi gave his side something to cheer with his beautiful equaliser in the 63rd minute. There was no doubt that the game was very explosive with an end to end attacking football from both sides.

And when it appears that the game may witness a score draw affair, Ekawu, who had been the chief tormentor of Danburam was hacked down inside the box, which the referee signalled to the spot.

The resultant penalty kick taken 10 minutes to the end of regulation time was dispatched into the net by Adamu Danjuma, who sent Henry Timothy in goal for Danburam to the wrong way.

Doma Utd held on to their lead strongly to ensure that maximum points lies in their favour at the end of 90 minutes.

Campus Fc shock Ottasolo 3 -1

Ottasolo Fc, playing on  a familiar terrain at Remo stars stadium shockingly lost 3-1 to Campus Fc of Owerri in the second game of the day.

Ottasolo were caught sleeping when Osuji Oluebube hit the back of the net in the 4th minute for Campus Fc . It was an error that Ottasolo quickly rectified when Greg Ezekiel converted from the spot in the 13th minute.

Campus Fc looked more physically fit and purposeful as the game progresses and it was not a surprise when Promise Orji restored the lead for his side in the 26th minute.

It ended 2- 1 at the end of first half.

On resumption, Ottasolo attacked ceaselessly in search of the equaliser, but the defenders of Campus thwarted all their efforts.

Defeat was finally completed for Ottasolo when Okoro Ndubuisi buried the ball into the net to seal the three points for his side.

Destiny Boys tear Udala Fc apart

The third game of the day witnessed the same score line of 3-1 as Destiny Boys of Ikorodu tore Udala Fc apart.

Oghenevo Uzezi’s in 32nd minute goal separated the both sides as they went into the break.

Destiny Boys continued from where they stopped in the first half as goals from Uzoma Chinonso in the 52nd and Olawoye Idowu trippled the advantage for his side.

Notwithstanding the three goals advantage, Udala fc piled pressure and all wasted efforts until Okeke Chinansa scored in the 88th minute to console his side .

The last game of the day between Ijebu United and JM Liberty of Makurdi ended in a score draw.

Optima Energy NLO Super 8

Matchday 1 Results

Doma FC 2-1 JNR Danburan

Ottasolo FC 1-3 Campos FC 

Udala FC 1-3 Destiny Boys 

HT: Ijebu United 1-1 JM Liberty

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Nigerian Goalkeeper James Honoured with Spot in Finland’s Team of the Season

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles goalkeeper Samuel Friday James has earned recognition among the best-performing players in Finland following his impressive displays for SJK Akatemia in the 2026 season.

The 20-year-old shot-stopper ranks second among the league’s selected best-performing XI, with an average rating of 7.61, according to statistics published by Totori News.

James’ performances have stood out despite the challenging campaign faced by his club, with his consistency between the posts making him one of the bright spots in the team.

The former Mavlon FC goalkeeper has recorded four clean sheets in Finland’s Ykkösliiga this season, while his shot-stopping ability has further underlined his growing reputation in European football.

According to available season statistics from FootyStats, James has made 20 league appearances, playing 1,800 minutes. He has conceded 32 goals and made 75 saves from 109 shots faced, giving him a save percentage of approximately 68.8 per cent.

His four clean sheets account for 20 per cent of his league appearances, demonstrating his ability to keep opponents at bay despite the defensive challenges confronting his team.

James has also shown composure and resilience in difficult matches, including his recent international outing for Nigeria against Russia, where he made his senior Super Eagles appearance in the 3-3 friendly draw on October 6.

Standing at 1.95 metres, the young goalkeeper possesses the physical attributes required for the modern game, combining his reach with quick reactions and an increasingly valuable experience of European football.

His rise has been particularly encouraging following his move from Lagos-based Mavlon FC to Finland in 2025. Since then, he has continued to develop through regular competitive football and has attracted attention for his performances.

James’ latest statistical recognition of 7.55 rating in the team of the season adds to his growing profile as Nigeria continues to assess goalkeeping options for the future.

At 20, the goalkeeper will be hoping to build on his progress in Finland and establish himself as a regular contender for the Super Eagles, while continuing to improve his performances at club level.

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