The Technical Adviser of Doma United FC Akinade Onigbinde has insisted that the victory over Bayelsa United doesn’t call for much celebration, saying that the journey has just started. 

Speaking to exclusivenews.com.ng immediately after the match in Gombe at the weekend, the former FRSC Coach said the league is a marathon with 36 more matches remaining, he said that he has advised his boys to remain focused and approach each match as they come. 

He was full of appreciation to his players, Insisting that the task ahead is still enormous and must be faced squarely. 

Doma United began the  2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) home campaign in style, securing a commanding 2-0 victory over Bayelsa United in front of a jubilant home crowd at Pantami Stadium. Andrew Majalisa and Charles Terwar etched their names in the history books as they both netted their debut goals in the NPFL, propelling Doma United to their first win of the season.

After a disappointing 2-1 loss to Rangers in their opening match, Doma United was determined to bounce back and assert their dominance. Right from the kick-off, they created numerous scoring opportunities that kept Bayelsa United on their toes.

The catalyst for Doma United’s early dominance was the precision of Hillary’s long throws, which proved to be a formidable weapon. In the fourth minute, Hillary’s throw-in found debutant Nelson Abiam, who deftly flicked the ball across the goal, forcing a clearance that resulted in a corner kick.

Hillary’s magic continued to weave spells on the field as his pinpoint through pass found Emmanuel Ekpenyong on the right. However, Saifullahi couldn’t capitalize on the chance, firing wide.

The crowd at Pantami Stadium erupted in celebration in the 21st minute when Majalisa received a free-kick from Hillary and sent a powerful left-footed shot past the Bayelsa goalkeeper. This electrifying goal gave Doma United a well-deserved lead.

Doma next fixtures will be against Sporting Lagos at Mobolaji Johnson Stadium, Lagos