Head coach of Nasarawa United, Mangut Mbwas has played down suggestions that his side are favourites for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title, insisting it is too early to celebrate despite their current lead on the log.
The Solid Miners climbed to the summit of the table on Sunday after a convincing 2-0 win over Katsina United at the Lafia City Stadium on Matchday Six.
The result marked their third straight home victory, taking their tally to 13 points from six matches with four wins, one draw, and one loss.
Speaking after the game, Mangut praised his players’ response but warned against complacency.
‘It’s a thing of joy to win today. Our response was great because we have been working so hard, and gradually we are achieving our goals,’ he said.
‘But it is not time for celebration yet. The league is a marathon and still very much in its infancy.’
On the match itself, Mangut acknowledged that his side could have scored more than the two goals they managed.
‘Katsina United are a tricky side; they don’t allow you to play freely. The first-half goal gave us the advantage, and we added the second, though we wasted a lot of chances,’ he admitted. ‘My players were a bit anxious in front of goal, but we’re working on correcting that.’
Looking ahead, the coach maintained confidence in his squad’s growing momentum.
‘Our next game won’t be easy, but the team is growing in confidence, game after game. I believe we can win anywhere,’ he added.