Ganiyu Muftau
Lagos football is celebrating as both Ikorodu City FC and Inter Lagos have secured their spots in the upcoming Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Eight playoffs! The playoffs, scheduled for Enugu later this month, could see a shift in the competition’s landscape.
Ikorodu City FC finished their regular season on a high note, crushing Giant Brillars 4-0.
This dominant victory solidified their position at the top of the Conference B table with a total of 36 points from 20 games.
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Their sights are now firmly set on achieving a historic first-time promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
Inter Lagos Follow Close Behind
Inter Lagos, another Lagos-based club, also had reason to celebrate. They secured second place in Conference B with a convincing 2-0 win over Ijebu United.
Their impressive performance leaves them just one point behind Ikorodu City. Both teams faced some of the toughest competition in the NNL this season, making their success even more commendable.
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Ikorodu City and Inter Lagos will join Madiba FC and Beyond Limits, who previously secured their spots from Conference A. This sets the stage for an exciting Super Eight playoff battle in Enugu.
While the playoffs are currently scheduled for later this month, there’s a chance the dates might shift. This is due to the ongoing involvement of some NNL clubs in the President’s Federation Cup.
The Lagos clubs’ dominance in the NNL is a thrilling development for local football. Both Ikorodu City and Inter Lagos will be aiming to make a lasting impression in the Super Eight playoffs and potentially earn promotion to the top tier of Nigerian football.
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