NPFL: Nasarawa United didn’t deserve Barau FC defeat — Mangut

Nasarawa United head coach Mbwas Mangut expressed his disappointment after his team's 3-1 defeat to Barau FC in their opening match of the 2026/27 NPFL season. Despite a balanced first half, Barau FC scored twice in the closing stages. Mangut stated that his team played better and created many opportunities but failed to convert them into goals.