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Rovers defeated Henserd 2-1 at the UJ Esuene Stadium on Wednesday.
Rovers Football Club of Cross River started its journey in the Nigeria National League (NNL) with a victory against Henserd FC of Bayelsa.
Rovers defeated Henserd 2-1 at the U.J. Esuene Stadium on Wednesday in their league opener.
The Calabar based side are on the quest to gain promotion into the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after the end of the season.
Rovers 2-1 Henserd
The game started with high tension as the visiting side dominated the first few minutes of the game.
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The visitor scored the first goal of the game in the first 10 minutes.
The host fought back, and Captain Ekom was nodded into the back by Junior Osaghae in the 70th minute.
Isiaka Olawale sealed the victory for the hosts after he converted from the spot in the last few minutes of the game.
Beach Eagles legend, Isiaka Olawale reveals his plans for Rovers
The Beach Eagles legend, Isiaka Olawale, has revealed that he will help the team gain promotion in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the first time in over 20 years.
He added that he has a lot to offer the team that his experience will be a valuable asset for the team.
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“I have a lot of experience, and it’s helpful for a team of young stars. I have to lead by example by showing maturity, so the young ones can emulate me, and my priority is to gain promotion to the top flight with the team," he told Naira Sports
Rovers will host Go-Round on Sunday for matchday two of the NNL.
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