Barau FC head coach Eugene Agagbe has publicly lauded his team’s recent resurgence in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), highlighting a significant turnaround that has seen the club climb out of the drop zone.
The “Maliya Boys” extended their current unbeaten run to five matches following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ikorodu City at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Monday. This consistent run of form has provided the Kano-based outfit with much-needed breathing room as they distance themselves from the relegation struggle that plagued their early campaign.
Agagbe remains steadfast in his tactical roadmap, asserting that the squad has successfully executed the survival plan he initiated several weeks ago. The manager previously guaranteed that Barau FC would secure their safety within a specific seven-match window, a target that now looks increasingly realistic given their defensive solidity and improved point tally. With the team now occupying 13th place in the standings, the technical staff has shifted its focus toward maintaining this momentum through the final stretch of the 2025/2026 season to ensure a mid-table finish.
The head coach attributed the club’s reversal of fortune to a collective synergy between the administrative board, the playing staff, and the local supporters. This unified front has allowed the team to withstand the immense pressure of the relegation race, especially during high-stakes encounters against fellow bottom-half rivals. Barau FC now prepares for a challenging away trip to face league leaders Rivers United, where they hope to preserve their undefeated streak and continue their upward trajectory in the top flight.
Reflecting on the progress toward his earlier public guarantee, Eugene Agagbe detailed the current status of the team’s mission: “As I told you before, Barau FC will escape relegation within seven matches. Now we have just two match remaining from what I earlier stated. Being unbeaten in five matches is not easy. Our management, players, and fans have done well in supporting us at this moment, and I must commend them.”
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