Clever Ime scores 3rd goal of the season as Dakkada FC defeat previously unbeaten Madiba FC

In a thrilling Nigeria National League (NNL) encounter on Saturday, January 13, 2024, Clever Ime scored the winning goal as Dakkada FC emerged victorious against the previously unbeaten Madiba FC in a closely contested week 8 clash at the Uyo Township Stadium.

Madiba FC, arriving at the game with an undefeated record in the 2023/2024 NNL season, faced a formidable Dakkada FC side in a match that lived up to its high expectations.

In the first half, both teams displayed enterprising football, yet neither managed to break the deadlock in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the Uyo Township Stadium.

In the second half, Dakkada FC intensified their efforts in search of a goal and found success midway through the period.

Defender Clever Ime rose to the occasion, heading home a well-delivered cross from right-back Edoho Mfon.

That was Clever Ime’s third goal of the season, a remarkable achievement for a central defender.

The lone goal proved decisive as Dakkada FC secured a 1-0 victory over Madiba FC, handing the visiting team their first defeat of the season. The result adds significant points to Dakkada FC’s tally, elevating them in the league standings.

Madiba FC, despite the setback, maintains their position at the top of the Southern Conference Group A with 19 points. Dakkada FC’s well-deserved win propels them further up the standings, now boasting 12 points in the NNL season.

Madiba FC head back to Lagos where they will host Rovers FC of Calabar while Dakkada will be on the road in week nine eyeing their first away point of the season to re-launch their bid for a promotion playoff spot.