Plateau United forward Sadeeq Yusuf has pledged to help the club secure a prestigious standing in the 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following a dream start to his tenure in Jos. The clinical striker delivered an immediate impact during Sunday’s North-Central derby, netting the decisive 88th-minute winner against Kwara United. His late strike at the New Jos Stadium secured a vital 1-0 victory, propelling the Peace Boys further away from the relegation conversation.
The former Sunshine Stars and Kwara United frontman enjoyed a warm reception from the home supporters, whose energy he credited for his match-winning performance. Yusuf’s debut goal not only earned his new side three crucial points but also provided a significant confidence boost for a squad looking to climb the league ladder. After the final whistle, the forward focused on the emotional significance of the moment and his long-term commitment to the fans.
“I feel very happy scoring on my debut,” Yusuf said after the game. “I want to thank the club fans for their support and I want to promise them that we won’t let them down.”
Plateau United currently holds 12th position in the NPFL standings, amassing 33 points from 25 matches. This victory halts a period of inconsistency and sets a positive tone for the remaining fixtures of the campaign. With Yusuf now spearheading the attack, the technical crew aims to maintain this momentum and challenge the teams in the upper half of the table. The club turns its attention to their next fixture, hoping to leverage this renewed offensive threat to secure back-to-back wins.
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