Matchday 34 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered drama, goals, and shifting positions at both ends of the table. Here’s a quick recap of all the key action:
Remo Stars Edge Shooting Stars to Stay Top
Alex Oyowah was the hero for Remo Stars on Sunday, nodding home a brilliant cross from Ismail Sodiq in the 30th minute to secure a vital 1-0 away win over Shooting Stars at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan. The result keeps Remo Stars at the summit of the table with 65 points from 34 games. Shooting Stars, meanwhile, drop to ninth with 48 points.
Rivers United Keep the Pressure On
Rivers United remain in pursuit, cutting the gap at the top to seven points with four matches left. Suleiman Abba struck in the 84th minute to seal a 1-0 win over Sunshine Stars in Port Harcourt, maintaining their grip on second place.
Ikorodu City Climb Despite Draw
In Maiduguri, Ikorodu City moved into third place after a 1-1 draw with El-Kanemi Warriors. Emmanuel Solomon gave the visitors the lead in the 41st minute, only for Sama’ila Bello to level the score four minutes later.
Bayelsa United Extend Unbeaten Run
Bayelsa United stretched their unbeaten run to nine games after a 1-1 draw with Niger Tornadoes in Kaduna. Sunday Williams opened scoring for Tornadoes seven minutes before halftime, but Rabiu Abdullahi’s late equaliser ensured the points were shared.
Stalemate in Owerri
Heartland and Kwara United played out a goalless draw at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, with neither side able to find the breakthrough in a cagey affair.
Plateau United Grab Narrow Win
In Jos, Vincent Temitope’s lone strike handed Plateau United a 1-0 win over Akwa United, adding more pressure on the visitors who continue to struggle this season.
Enyimba Win Thriller Against Kano Pillars
Saturday’s standout clash saw Enyimba edge Kano Pillars 2-1 in Aba. Joseph Atule opened the scoring for the home side, with veteran Brown Ideye doubling their lead shortly after the break. Kano Pillars pulled one back through Naibe Akpesiri, but Enyimba held on for the win. The result moves Enyimba to seventh with 49 points, while Pillars slide to 10th with 47.
Katsina United Hit Abia Warriors for Five
At the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina United delivered a masterclass, thrashing Abia Warriors 5-1. Quickfire goals from Mubarak Said and Lukman Bello set the tone early. Though Antoine Ijoma pulled one back, the hosts powered on with further strikes from Bello, Nura Abdulbari, and Ahmed Taofeek.
Rangers Outgun Lobi Stars in Six-Goal Thriller
Defending champions Enugu Rangers showed their firepower in a 4-2 victory over already relegated Lobi Stars at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium. It was a confident display from the champions against a side playing only for pride.
With just four games remaining, the title race is heating up and the battle for top positions is far from over. Stay tuned for more NPFL action! NPFL Matchday 34 Round-Up: Remo Stars Stay Top, Enugu Rangers Run Riot
Matchday 34 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered drama, goals, and shifting positions at both ends of the table. Here’s a quick recap of all the key action:
Remo Stars Edge Shooting Stars to Stay Top
Alex Oyowah was the hero for Remo Stars on Sunday, nodding home a brilliant cross from Ismail Sodiq in the 30th minute to secure a vital 1-0 away win over Shooting Stars at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan. The result keeps Remo Stars at the summit of the table with 65 points from 34 games. Shooting Stars, meanwhile, drop to ninth with 48 points.
Rivers United Keep the Pressure On
Rivers United remain in pursuit, cutting the gap at the top to seven points with four matches left. Suleiman Abba struck in the 84th minute to seal a 1-0 win over Sunshine Stars in Port Harcourt, maintaining their grip on second place.
Ikorodu City Climb Despite Draw
In Maiduguri, Ikorodu City moved into third place after a 1-1 draw with El-Kanemi Warriors. Emmanuel Solomon gave the visitors the lead in the 41st minute, only for Sama’ila Bello to level the score four minutes later.
Bayelsa United Extend Unbeaten Run
Bayelsa United stretched their unbeaten run to nine games after a 1-1 draw with Niger Tornadoes in Kaduna. Sunday Williams opened scoring for Tornadoes seven minutes before halftime, but Rabiu Abdullahi’s late equaliser ensured the points were shared.
Stalemate in Owerri
Heartland and Kwara United played out a goalless draw at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, with neither side able to find the breakthrough in a cagey affair.
Plateau United Grab Narrow Win
In Jos, Vincent Temitope’s lone strike handed Plateau United a 1-0 win over Akwa United, adding more pressure on the visitors who continue to struggle this season.
Enyimba Win Thriller Against Kano Pillars
Saturday’s standout clash saw Enyimba edge Kano Pillars 2-1 in Aba. Joseph Atule opened the scoring for the home side, with veteran Brown Ideye doubling their lead shortly after the break. Kano Pillars pulled one back through Naibe Akpesiri, but Enyimba held on for the win. The result moves Enyimba to seventh with 49 points, while Pillars slide to 10th with 47.
Katsina United Hit Abia Warriors for Five
At the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina United delivered a masterclass, thrashing Abia Warriors 5-1. Quickfire goals from Mubarak Said and Lukman Bello set the tone early. Though Antoine Ijoma pulled one back, the hosts powered on with further strikes from Bello, Nura Abdulbari, and Ahmed Taofeek.
Rangers Outgun Lobi Stars in Six-Goal Thriller
Defending champions Enugu Rangers showed their firepower in a 4-2 victory over already relegated Lobi Stars at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium. It was a confident display from the champions against a side playing only for pride.
With just four games remaining, the title race is heating up and the battle for top positions is far from over. Stay tuned for more NPFL action!
