The games are coming thick and fast, and we have to take them head-on and get the job done. After grinding out a crucial point in Lafia against Nasarawa Utd on Matchday 24 of the Nigeria Premier Football League—our first clean sheet in 10 games, which was another big plus—we were back in action yesterday. We edged past FC Bethel 3-2 to book our spot in the last eight of the Lagos State FA Cup.
Tomorrow at the Arena, we take on Plateau United on Matchday 25, looking to keep our strong home form going and push further up the table. We’ve shown strength and determination all season, and tomorrow is another chance to prove what we’re made of.
Our First Meeting With Plateau United
This game carries extra weight, considering how far we’ve come. At the start of the season, we hit a real low—back-to-back home losses to Rangers and Nasarawa United on Matchdays 3 and 4, followed by a tough trip to Jos that only made things worse losing 1 nil to Plateau United. Four defeats in our first five games, with just a single point to show for it—it was a rough stretch. But we fought our way back, and we’re not stopping now. Tomorrow, expect that same hunger and drive as we step onto the pitch.
Team News
Aside from Emmanuel Solomon, Rivio Ayemwenre, and Salau Yusuf, who are unavailable due to personal reasons, everyone else is fit and ready. Shola Adelani is also back in the squad after his time away on national team duty.
What the Opposition Offers
Plateau United find themselves in a tight relegation fight, sitting 16th, just a point above the drop zone. Given their form—only two wins in their last eight games and no away victories all season—this is a game we should be looking to capitalize on.
But football is never predictable. A team battling for survival is always dangerous and they’ll be desperate to turn things around. We can’t afford to take them lightly or drop our intensity. We will step onto that pitch fully focused, ready to give everything.
Match Details
● Venue: Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos
● Kick-off Time: 05:30 pm
● Date: Wednesday 19th, February.
● Follow the Action: The game will be live on TV via Startimes Beta Sports CH 244 and Propel Sports Africa. Stay connected with us on social media @IkoroduCityFC for live updates and all the action as it unfolds. Don’t miss a moment.
Tickets are available for purchase at the stadium. You can also get your tickets online here.
What Follows Next?
After our Premier League clash against Plateau United tomorrow night, we’ll face Seamoriow FC in the Lagos State FA Cup quarter final at the Arena on Thursday at 4 PM.
As you come out to support the team in these games, bring the passion, leave out the violence. Let’s stand together and push forward.