Match Report: Sankara Nationals Edge Wa Power SC by a Lone Goal in Yendi - ACCESS BANK DIVISION ONE LEAGUE ZONE 1A.
Sankara Nationals FC recorded their first win of the 2025/26 Access Bank Division One League season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wa Power SC at the Yendi Sports Stadium in a keenly contested Week 2 fixture in Zone 1A.
The match started with both teams showing great determination and tactical discipline, but neither side could find a breakthrough in the first half despite several promising chances. Wa Power SC, buoyed by their opening-day victory over Yapei United FC, looked dangerous on the counter, while Sankara Nationals pressed high in search of their first win.
The decisive moment came in the second half when substitute Toufick Hardi made an instant impact after being introduced into the game. With both teams struggling to break the deadlock, Toufick produced a moment of brilliance, creating space and delivering a superb assist to Sylvester Biyandal, who calmly slotted home the match-winning goal.
Despite Wa Power SC’s late surge for an equalizer, the home side’s defense stood firm to secure all three points in front of their fans.
The defeat marks Wa Power SC’s first loss of the season after their opening-day win, while Sankara Nationals celebrate their maiden victory of the campaign — a result that could serve as a turning point in their push for promotion.
Full-Time: Sankara Nationals FC 1–0 Wa Power SC
Goal: Sylvester Biyandal (Assist: Toufick Hardi)
Both teams will now shift their focus to their next league assignments as the race in Zone 1A begins to heat up.
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