President Federation Cup: Mangut Applauds Nasarawa United’s Resilience In Victory Over Plateau United

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has commended his players following the President Federation Cup quarter-final victory over Plateau United.

The Solid Miners defeated Gbenga Ogunbote’s side 2-1 at the Bwari Sports Complex, Abuja to seal a place in the last four.

After controlling much of the first half, Nasarawa United broke the deadlock in the 44th minute when wing-back Abubakar Abdullahi climbed above the defence to nod in John Victor’s deep throw-in.

The Lafia-based side appeared on course to secure the win, but the Peace Boys struck back with an equaliser in the 85th minute.

Substitute Ada Umar, however, had the final say, netting the winner seven minutes from time to hand Nasarawa United a hard-fought victory.

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Mangut reflected on his side’s hard-earned victory after the game.

“To concede that late and still find a winner shows character, especially against my former employers, a tough and difficult opposition,”Mangut told the club’s media.

“Yes, Ada Umar changed the game the moment he came on. We are in the Semi-Finals, and that’s all that matters.

“We now turn our focus to our next task, and we pray and hope for the best.”

Nasarawa United will face Ikorodu City in the semi-final.