Nigeria, Aug. 25 -- Barely a month into his new role, Monday Odigie has already etched his mark at Bayelsa United, guiding the Prosperity Boys to a famous 1-0 victory over Shooting Stars SC at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, on matchday 1 of the 2025/26 NPFL season.

The result was more than just three points. It was a statement performance that announced Bayelsa's intentions under Odigie, who, only weeks ago, was unveiled as head coach.

Against Nurudeen Aweroro's high-flying 3SC, a man that is known for his home games prowess, Odigie's men showed resilience, tactical discipline, and just enough cutting edge to silence the boisterous Ibadan crowd.

The decisive moment came in the 30th minute through Kehinde Lawal, who ghos...