Coach Ogundeji and Ajanaku shine in NNL Team of the Week recognition

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC have earned well-deserved recognition following their crucial 1-0 win over Sokoto United, with goalkeeper Saka Ajanaku and head coach Ogundeji Joel named in the Nigerian National League (NNL) Team of the Week.

The match, played at the Giginya Memorial Stadium in Sokoto, proved decisive in ABS Ilorin FC’s fight against relegation. Rising to the occasion, the team put in a disciplined and determined performance to secure the three points in a high-risk match.

Goalkeeper Saka Ajanaku, making his first start of the season, emerged as one of the standout players of the week. The goalkeeper made a series of impressive saves, denying Sokoto United a goal on multiple occasions and preserving his team’s slim lead. His composure, reflexes and commanding presence between the sticks played a pivotal role in ensuring ABS Ilorin FC overcame the drop.

Head coach Ogundeji Joel also received praise for his tactical brilliance, earning him the Coach of the Week accolade. His game plan effectively neutralized the hosts’ attacking threats while maximizing his team’s strengths in a closely contested match. The victory highlighted his ability to inspire resilience and execute under pressure.

This double recognition underlines a memorable outing for ABS Ilorin FC as both individual brilliance and tactical discipline combined to achieve a result that secured their status in the NNL and ended the season on a high note.