Ikhenoba Reacts as Bendel Insurance Drop Points at Home Against Nasarawa United

Bendel Insurance head coach Greg Ikhenoba has expressed his disappointment following his side’s 1-1 home draw against Nasarawa United at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Sunday.

Speaking after the game, Ikhenoba didn’t mince words:

“This is not what we bargained for – but sometimes, you lose, and some other times, you win… such is football.”

The Benin-based outfit, affectionately nicknamed the Benin Arsenals, had gone into the game looking to bounce back from a previous away defeat, but failed to capitalize on home advantage.

⚖️ Unwanted Pattern for the Benin Arsenals?

With just three losses in their last 12 league games, Insurance have shown resilience — but the inability to kill off matches, especially at home, is starting to feel like a missed opportunity in the title race or top-tier ambitions.

Fans who had hoped for a statement performance were left disappointed as the team again dropped points in a game they were expected to dominate.

✈️ Tough Road Ahead — Plateau United Next

Bendel Insurance will now hit the road to face Plateau United in Jos this weekend. It promises to be a test of character, especially against a Plateau side known for its physicality and home-ground intensity.

Ikhenoba and his boys must now regroup quickly, fix the tactical loopholes, and rediscover their killer instinct — especially if they’re serious about chasing glory this season.

💬 Opinion: It's Time to Stop Settling

There’s no doubt Bendel Insurance is a solid side with a passionate fanbase, but they must evolve from being hard to beat to being impossible to stop. Draws at home won’t win titles — and the league doesn’t reward “almost.”

A strong mentality and sharper finishing will be the key as they enter the business end of the season.

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