I need to solve Niger Tornadoes’ problem of conceding late goals, says Bala

Abubakar Bala, coach of Niger Tornadoes FC, says he’s looking for a solution to his team’s knack for conceding last-minute goals.

Bala lamented his team’s 1-2 loss to Shooting Stars while speaking to journalists on Monday in Minna.

Niger Tornadoes drew level with the Ibadan-based team in the 75th minute but the hosts restored their lead some minutes later to win 2-1.

“I have to quickly make corrections to this problem of late conceding of goals by my players.

“I have to correct the situation where we concede a late goal. This is becoming a tradition.

“We conceded at home against Sunshine Stars of Akure and also did same with Lobi Stars of Makurdi. I have to find a solution to this problem,” Bala said.

The coach also blamed his side’s 2-1 defeat by 3SC to the inability of the team to convert the few goal scoring chances they created, especially in the first half.

“If they had utilised their chances, it would have been a different story right now,’’ he said.

Niger Tornadoes will host Kano Pillars on Sunday at the Confluence Stadium in Lokoja, their temporary home ground, in a week 19 fixture.