Plateau United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut says the victory over Sporting Lagos will boost their chances of securing a place on the continent next season.
The Peace Boys are pushing to secure third position on the log.
Plateau United claimed a 2-1 win over Sporting Lagos in their matchday 35 on Wednesday.
Mangut is optimistic about his team’s ability to achieve their target at the end of the league campaign.
“It was a very difficult one and we appreciate the boys for their determination to achieve victory,” he told the media.
“The victory over Sporting Lagos was a motivational point for us going to the end of the campaign.
“I’m very sure we will finish well at the end of the season.”
Plateau United moved up to 5th position with 57 points.