PREVIEW: MD9 – Real Sapphire v Gbagada

Real Sapphire v Gbagada

Sunday, 15th November, 2026

RSFC Gladiators Arena, Epe

4PM

After leapfrogging every other team into first place last week, Gbagada must now defend that spot when they host Real Sapphire this weekend.

Both sides come into the game off the back of impressive league victories. The hosts leveled up with Imperial after a victory before Gbagada capitalized on the result with a rare win at Ikenne. With just one point separating both sides, there’s plenty at stake in this Top-of-the-Table clash.

Beyond defending their spot, the Blue Eagles have an unbeaten run to protect too. On the flip side, the hosts have no such concerns. However, with their only loss of the season coming at home, they’ll be hoping to avoid a second home loss.

STAT ATTACK

Real Sapphire’s 19 goals is the most any side has managed so far this season.

PLAYER TO WATCH

Chiagozie Onwe (Real Sapphire)

With five of his side’s 19 league goals coming from him, opposition defenders will be keeping a close watch.