After a rocky start to their NPFL campaign, Ikorodu City FC has turned their season around, winning over fans and pundits alike with their impressive performances. Despite being newly promoted, the team has risen to third place in the league table, with a remarkable run of seven wins, two draws, and just one loss in their last ten matches.
Their success has been built on a solid team effort, with left-back Harrison Uzondu standing out as a key contributor with five assists to his name. The team’s attacking prowess has also been on display, with 22 goals scored in their last ten matches, making them the highest-scoring side in the league.
Ikorodu City’s resurgence has not gone unnoticed, with fans and neutrals alike taking to social media to praise their performances. “You guys are on a roll. You’ve definitely sent a very strong statement at this point. Keep up the momentum,” wrote one fan on X. Another user, Alooma Kasumu, added, “We are presently the best club in the NPFL by form.”
Even the club’s hierarchy has been caught up in the hype, with interim coach Nurudeen Aweroro insisting that their modest ambition is to avoid relegation. “Yes, we are third, that will give us more confidence going forward, but we are not under any pressure,” Aweroro told Sports Extra. “We are glad that people are happy with us. The plan is to keep our fans happy and keep on being focused on our goal, which is to avoid relegation.”
As Ikorodu City FC continues to defy expectations, their fans are dreaming big, with some even tipping them to contend for the title in their debut season. With a crucial run of fixtures coming up in December, including matches against Bayelsa United, Remo Stars, and Sunshine Stars, the team will be looking to maintain their momentum and prove that they are here to stay in the NPFL.
