The Harmony Boys suffered a 2-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance in a matchday 11 fixture in Ilorin on Sunday.

Stephen Gideon put Kwara United in front in the 49th minute before Kayode Oke restored parity for the visitors in the 52nd minute.

Chinedu Nwosu scored in the 55th minute to hand the Bendel Insurance maximum points.

Ayeleso admitted his team were outplayed in the game.

"It's quite unfortunate that we were unable to build on the away point we gained in Kano in the match against Bendel Insurance," Ayeleso told Sports digital.

"I will have to commend Bendel Insurance. They really outplayed us as they showed maturity.

Ayeleso however promised that his team will improve on their performance in the game.

"We will work on the positives and address the lapses identified in the game," he added.