Ejigbo City 0-3 Nasarawa United | Nigeria Cup – Round of 32

Nasarawa United delivered a commanding performance on the road to eliminate Ejigbo City from the Nigeria Cup with a comprehensive 3-0 victory at the Ejigbo Township Stadium on June 1, 2026. The Premier League visitors showed their class from the opening whistle, dominating possession and creating a string of clear-cut chances against a spirited but outmatched home side.

Match Overview

The Solid Miners took control early when their top scorer broke the deadlock in the 14th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse from Ejigbo City. Nasarawa doubled their advantage before half-time through a well-worked set-piece, leaving the hosts with an uphill battle in the second period. Ejigbo City fought hard but rarely threatened the Nasarawa goal, and a third strike in the 73rd minute sealed the result. The clean sheet was a welcome boost for Nasarawa’s defence ahead of their league campaign.

Key Talking Points

• Clinical finishing: Nasarawa converted three of their seven shots on target, underscoring their efficiency in front of goal.
• Home frustration: Ejigbo City managed only two attempts on target, both comfortably saved by the visitors' goalkeeper.
• Cup run continues: Nasarawa United advance to the next round and will look to build momentum in Nigeria’s premier knockout competition.

For Ejigbo City, the defeat ends a promising cup journey, but they can take pride in reaching this stage of the competition against top-flight opposition. Nasarawa United now turn their attention to the league, where they aim to improve on last season's mid-table finish.