Sporting Lagos produced a comeback in Jos, scoring twice in the second half to snatch all three points from Plateau United in a thrilling NPFL encounter!
Plateau United suffered a painful 3–2 defeat to Sporting Lagos on Sunday, October 18, 2026, despite leading 2–1 at half-time. The Peace Boys looked well positioned to secure another home victory, but Sporting Lagos showed remarkable determination to turn the game around.
Plateau United Take Control
Sporting Lagos opened the scoring in the 10th minute through Aliyu Baba, putting the visitors ahead early in the contest.
Plateau United responded through Victor Dawa, who equalised in the 35th minute before striking again in stoppage time to give the hosts a 2–1 lead at the break.
With momentum on their side, Plateau United appeared capable of extending their winning run at home.
Sporting Lagos Fight Back
Sporting Lagos refused to give up. Victor Samuel brought the visitors level in the 53rd minute, setting up a tense second half.
The contest remained competitive as both teams searched for a decisive goal. However, the game took another turn in the 80th minute when Plateau United’s Alex Agahowa was sent off, leaving the hosts with ten men.
Sporting Lagos seized their opportunity. Aondona Jacob Adeede scored in the 82nd minute to complete the comeback and silence the home crowd.
A Painful Setback for Plateau United
For Plateau United, the defeat will be difficult to accept. Having scored twice in the first half, the hosts will regret their inability to protect the advantage after the break.
Sporting Lagos, meanwhile, deserve credit for their resilience. They recovered from a halftime deficit, capitalised on their numerical advantage and showed the character needed to win a difficult away fixture.
Final Score: Plateau United 2–3 Sporting Lagos
Plateau United
– Victor Dawa 35′, 45+6′
Sporting Lagos
– Aliyu Baba 10′
– Victor Samuel 53′
– Aondona Jacob Adeede 82′
Red card: Alex Agahowa, 80′ (Plateau United).
The big talking point:
Sporting Lagos turned a 2–1 half-time deficit into a 3–2 victory, with Adeede delivering the decisive blow just two minutes after Plateau United were reduced to ten men.
Sporting Lagos leave Jos celebrating a remarkable comeback, while Plateau United are left to reflect on a missed opportunity in the Nigeria Premier Football League.