Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- Nasarawa United F.C. strengthened their grip on top spot with a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory over Rangers International in Lafia.

The visitors stunned the home crowd early on when Wisdom Ebirim netted his first goal of the season in the 19th minute. But true contenders respond differently, and Nasarawa did just that.

Last season's Golden Boot winner, Anas Yusuf, calmly converted from the penalty spot to level the score shortly after the half-hour mark.

It was their fifth consecutive win, extending an unbeaten streak to seven matches-a remarkable rise for a side that only months ago was fighting relegation.

Young tactician Mangut Mbwas has injected belief, structure, and confidence into his squad. With 19 points...