Kwara United secured a crucial away point with a 1-1 draw against Kano Pillars during matchday 8 of the Nigeria Premier Football League, held at the Mohammed Dikko Stadium in Katsina.

The Harmony Boys dominated the game from the start, with Akanni Akeem and Shola AbdulRaheem leading the midfield, while Anthony Anioke and Yahaya Ibrahim kept the defense solid.

Despite a goalless first half, Kwara United showed resilience against former Super Eagles players Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi, both now playing for Kano Pillars.

The visitors took the lead in the 59th minute through Issa Gatta, delivering a shock to the home crowd, especially following Pillars' strong showing against Rangers International in their previous game.

However, Mohammed Zulikifulu equalized for Kano Pillars in the 65th minute. Despite Pillars' attempts to grab a winner, Kwara United's goalkeeper Nurudeen Badmus made several crucial saves, assisted by a solid defense led by Ibrahim, Anioke, and Kabir Muhammed.

After the match, Kwara United's coach, Tunde Sanni, expressed satisfaction with his team's performance but lamented a lapse in concentration that cost them all three points.

He vowed to continue building on this progress as the team heads to Maiduguri for their next game.

Kano Pillars' coach, Ahmed Yaro Yaro, praised Kwara United's strong midfield and admitted that a defensive lapse led to the draw. He promised a stronger performance in future matches.