Shooting Stars Shine against Kano Pillars
Shooting Stars secured a convincing 2-0 victory over an injury-hit Kano Pillars side at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan on Saturday. Joshua Akpan opened the scoring just one minute into the second half, while Adams Mustapha sealed the win for the hosts 12 minutes from time, as they move to 4th on the log.
Lobi Stars Edge Plateau United in Lafia
At the Lafia City Stadium, Lobi Stars clinched a narrow 1-0 win over Plateau United. Waheed Adebayo scored the decisive goal on the stroke of halftime, marking Lobi Stars’ fourth win in their last 15 meetings with Plateau United. For Plateau United, it was a troubling continuation of their poor form on the road, suffering their eighth consecutive away defeat this season.
Rangers Extend Unbeaten Run to 10 Games
Rangers International extended their impressive unbeaten streak to 10 matches following a goalless draw against Katsina United at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. The Flying Antelopes’ solid performance moved them up to third on the table with 28 points from 17 matches.
Rivers United Stage Comeback to Beat Kwara United
Rivers United move back to the top of the log after coming from behind to defeat Kwara United 2-1 in a thrilling encounter. Akeem Akanni had given Kwara United an early lead in the 18th minute, but Rivers United responded with goals from Timothy Zechariah and David Benjamin to claim all three points.
Heartland and Bendel Insurance Share Spoils in Owerri
At the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Heartland and Bendel Insurance played out a 1-1 draw. Promise Anyanwu gave Heartland an early advantage in the sixth minute, but Michael Enaruna equalized for Bendel Insurance eight minutes before full-time.
El-Kanemi Warriors Dominate Abia Warriors in Maiduguri
El-Kanemi Warriors delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Abia Warriors in Maiduguri. Ibrahim Mustapha, Salihu Nasiru, and Muhammad Aminu all found the net for the home side in a dominant performance.
Bayelsa United Edge Akwa United in Entertaining Clash
In another exciting encounter, Bayelsa United came from behind to defeat Akwa United 2-1. Chijioke Alakwe gave Akwa United the lead in the 23rd minute, but Bayelsa responded with Auwal Sadiq’s equalizer just before halftime. Ibrahim Yahya then netted the decisive goal in the 78th minute to complete the comeback.
It was a weekend of thrilling action, comebacks, and significant victories in the Nigerian Professional Football League!
