Bayelsa United superstar Robert Mizo reveals game plan against Sporting Lagos

Mizo was a handful against Sporting Lagos. (Photo Credit: Seyi)

Bayelsa United superstar Robert Mizo reveals game plan against Sporting Lagos

Izuchukwu Akawor 12:01 - 23.12.2023

Robert Mizo was a handful for Sporting Lagos during the game against Bayelsa United in the NPFL in midweek.

Bayelsa United superstar Robert Mizo has provided an insight into the team’s approach in the NPFL clash against Sporting Lagos. 

Mizo played a pivotal role as Bayelsa United held Sporting Lagos to a share of the spoils following a 1-1 draw in a week 15 encounter on Thursday.

Mizo show against Sporting Lagos

The talented forward proved to be a handful for the home defense during his time on the pitch.

Mizo broke the deadlock against the run of play in the first half to have the Prosperity Boys a narrow lead at the break at the Onikan Stadium. 

Robert Mizo indicates the number of goals he has scored this season. (Photo Credit: Walter Odigie/X)

The well-take strike was his 10th of the season as he became the first player to hit double figures this season in the Nigeria Professional Football League.

Mizo’s goal would be cancelled out in the second half after the talented forward was forced off due to an injury. 

Super-sub Aliu saved Sporting Lagos' blushes against Bayelsa United. (Photo Credit: Sporting Lagos/X)

An excellent strike from substitute, Aliu, saved Sporting’s blushes as the spoils were shared. 

Bayelsa’s plan against Sporting 

After the game, Mizo spoke to Pulse Sports Nigeria, stating that he was not surprised by the outcome as the former champions came for a win.

Robert Mizo contests an aerial duel with Sporting Lagos' centre-back, Ekene.
Robert Mizo contests an aerial duel with Sporting Lagos' centre-back, Ekene. (Photo Credit: Joseph Victor Oluwaseyi.)

“We came for the win,” Mizo told Pulse Sports. “But we didn’t get the result. We are grateful to God for the one point. So, we go home with something.”

On his 10th goal of the season, the NPFL top scorer added that he’s honoured to reach double figures.

“I feel good, I feel good,” he added. “I feel honoured to score my 10th goal of the season.”

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