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Ikorodu City, NPFL's 'League Baby' top scoring charts with 48 goals! Ayomide Cole's hat-trick in 6-0 Katsina rout fuels their rise to 4th, eyeing CAF glory.
In their debut season in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Ikorodu City, affectionately dubbed the "League Baby," have taken the country by storm, proving that newcomers can make a colossal impact.
The Oga Boys, as they’re known, have captured the hearts of fans with their electrifying brand of football, racking up a staggering 48 goals to become the league’s top scorers and most entertaining side.
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Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu was a notable absentee as his Enyimba came, saw, but held Ikorodu City to a thrilling draw in the NPFL.
The latest chapter in their remarkable story unfolded at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Thursday, when Ikorodu delivered what their social media team called the "Scintillating Sixth Wonder of the World."
In a rescheduled clash against Katsina United, the home side dismantled their opponents with a jaw-dropping 6-0 victory, marking their biggest win of the season.
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Substitute Ayomide Cole stole the show, coming off the bench to score a sensational brace and provide an assist, leading his team to a performance that left fans buzzing.
This wasn’t a one-off spectacle. Ikorodu City have made a habit of lighting up their home ground, scoring three or more goals in five matches this season.
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Their home record reads like a highlight reel: a 3-0 rout of Bendel Insurance, a 4-2 thriller against Lobi Stars, back-to-back 4-1 wins over Akwa United and Kano Pillars, and now the 6-0 demolition of Katsina United.
Of their 48 goals, an impressive 39 have come at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, where they’ve lost only twice in 16 matches, securing 12 wins and two draws. Only league heavyweights Remo Stars and Rivers United boast a better home record.
The Oga Boys’ relentless attack has propelled them to fourth in the NPFL standings, keeping alive their dream of qualifying for continental competition—either the CAF Champions League or the CAF Confederation Cup.
Under interim coach Nurudeen Aweroro, who took charge after a rocky start to the season, Ikorodu have transformed from underdogs to genuine contenders.
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Fans have embraced the team’s fearless style, with social media awash with praise for their goal-scoring exploits. One supporter posted, “Na only us fit dey win games like this, Npfl never see the type before.”
The club’s vibrant energy and attacking flair have earned them a growing legion of followers, both at home and beyond.
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As Ikorodu City prepare for their next challenge, a home clash against Niger Tornadoes, the question on everyone’s lips is: how many more goals will the League Baby score?
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