Mbaoma delighted to open Akwa Utd goal account

By Akeem Lawal

NEWLY signed Akwa United striker, Victor Mbaoma is in cloud nine after scoring his first goal for the club in their 2-0 victory over Yobe Desert Stars in the 2017/2018 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Matchday 3 encounter decided at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Sunday.

Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports that Mbaoma, who joined Akwa United on loan from Nigeria National League side, Remo Stars, opened his goal scoring account for the Promise Keepers in the 30th minute when he volleyed in Aniekeme Asuquos delectable cross.

The home team doubled their lead two minutes later through midfielder Michael Ibe, who tapped in Kodjovi Dadzies excellent cross from the left for his first goal of the season.

Mbaoma, who scored 10 goals for the Remo Stars during their campaign in the NPFL last season, thanked his team mates and technical crew for making it possible for him.

“Proud to open my goal scoring account in the colours of the Promise Keepers, many thanks to my teammates and technical crew who made it possible. We look forward to the next game. #Godplsz,” he said via @VictorMbaoma.

The win over Yobe Desert Stars was Akwa Uniteds 14th straight home win in the NPFL. The last time they fail to record victory was against FC Ifeanyi Ubah last season.

Akwa United will travel to Lokoja to take on Niger Tornadoes in the NPFL Matchday 4 at the Confluence Stadium on Wednesday.