Kano Pillars first assistant coach Kamil Folarin has reflected on his side’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ranchers Bees in the NPFL Matchday 13 clash at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday.
The Sai Masu Gida secured all three points thanks to a 75th-minute penalty from Yahaya Ibrahim after Ranchers Bees were reduced to 10 men following the dismissal of Mohammed Rabiu Zulkifilu in the 63rd minute.
The result lifted Pillars to second on the NPFL table with 22 points from 13 matches, two points behind leaders Enugu Rangers.
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Speaking after the match, Folarin praised his players for executing their tactical plan in a game with historical rivalry.
“Thank you very much. It was a good game for us because we had a clear plan going into the match. We understood how important this fixture was, especially considering its history as a local derby and the renewed rivalry between both sides. We stuck to our game plan, and thankfully, it worked for us. We thank God for the result.”
Pillars extended their unbeaten run to five home games and will next travel to Lagos to face Ikorodu City, while Ranchers Bees, who remain 17th with 12 points, will look to bounce back in their next fixture.
By James Agberebi
