Sporting Lagos defeated Gombe United 2-0 in their first-ever game in the Nigeria Premier Football League at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan Lagos on Monday night.
Paul Offor’s side gained promotion to the NPFL last season.
Rivio Ayemwerene gave the home team the lead three minutes before the break.
Ayemwerene rose highest to nod home Jonathan Alukwu’s cross.
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Substitute Nantuan Clement doubled Sporting Lagos lead 11 minutes from time.
Mojeeb Odufeso missed the chance to reduce the deficit for Gombe United when he missed from the spot six minutes into added time.
Sporting Lagos will travel to Uyo for their next game against former champions Akwa United in Uyo on Sunday.
Gombe United will host defending champions Enyimba same day.
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