Former champions Kada BSC have surged to the top of the 2026 Nigeria Beach Soccer League standings after delivering back-to-back victories on Matchday Three, underlining their title credentials and opening a significant early gap.
The Kaduna-based side began the day with a 7-1 victory over Jigawa Golden Stars BSC, showcasing dominance and finishing.
Tanko Emmanuel starred with a hat-trick, while Victor Tale, Kareem Hammed, and Dozie Frank added further goals in a one-sided contest. Rabiu Ali scored the only goal for Jigawa Golden Stars.
Kada BSC maintained their momentum in the evening fixture, edging three-time champions Kebbi Fishers BSC 3-2 in a closely fought encounter.
Frank once again proved decisive with a brace, while Emmanuel netted his fourth goal of the day to secure victory.
Kebbi Fishers, who had enjoyed a strong start to the campaign, were unable to recover despite a spirited double from Sadiqee Umar, suffering their first defeat of the season.
Mixed Fortunes Across the Table
Elsewhere, Niger BSC registered their first win of the campaign with a 2-0 victory over Ibom BSC, thanks to a brace from Abdullahi Aliyu.
In the final match of the day, BAM Projects BSC claimed a 1-0 win over defending champions Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors, with Isiya Atiku scoring a late winner to secure maximum points.
Standings Take Shape
At the end of Round One, Kada BSC lead the table with 10 points from four matches, establishing a six-point advantage over Kebbi Fishers BSC and BAM Projects BSC, who are tied on four points, with Kebbi ahead on goal difference.
Jigawa Golden Stars BSC, Ibom BSC, and Niger BSC each have three points, while defending champions Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors remain without a point after three matches, marking a difficult start to their title defence.
Focus Shifts to Kaduna
With Round One concluded, attention now turns to Round Two, scheduled to hold in Kaduna from April 10 to 12. Kada BSC will aim to sustain their winning momentum, while rivals look to close the gap in what is shaping up to be an increasingly competitive NBSL season.
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