Match Preview: Doma United vs. Sunshine Stars

Doma United and Sunshine Stars of Akure are set to renew their rivalry at the upcoming fixture. Having crossed paths twice in the previous season’s abridged league Group B, the stage is set for another intense battle on Wednesday.

The first encounter at Pantami Stadium saw Charles Chibuike of Doma United netting a powerful header in the 39th minute, giving the Savannah Tigers a lead. However, Ibrahim Yusuf’s late equalizer secured a valuable point for the visitors. In the return match at Akure Township Stadium, Ibrahim Yusuf once again, put the home team ahead in the 14th minute. However, Uzochukwu Pascal responded swiftly, salvaging a point with a goal just a minute after Sunshine Stars took the lead in the 15th minute.

As the two teams gear up for their upcoming clash, Doma United currently holds the 2nd position on the league table after 15 games, with an impressive record of 8 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses. Having scored 14 times and conceded only 7 goals, they stand out as the only side yet to concede a goal at home this season. Notably, United’s goalkeeper, Osayi Kingdom, has been in stellar form, boasting the most clean sheets this season with 12 out of 15 games.

On the flip side, Sunshine Stars find themselves in the 13th position with 18 points after 15 weeks of play. Their season has seen them secure 4 wins, draw 6 times, and suffer 5 losses.

Doma United is set to receive a boost with the return of Usman Musa, their top scorer from the previous season, after a prolonged injury layoff. Meanwhile, Daniel Simon Adoga and Abubakar Abdullahi continue their recovery, adding depth and options for the team.

The traveling squad for Doma United includes Haruna Aliyu, Hillary Ekawu, Saifullahi Yusuf, Andrew Majalisa, Adamu Umar Adah, Samuel Matthew, Bidemi Owoku, Isaac Nassy, Jacob Manga, Nasiru Suleiman, Emmanuel Ekpenyong, Charles Terwar, Usman Musa, Oche Emmanuel, Kingdom Osayi, Samuel Enefiok, and Nelson Abiam.