Matchday 29 of the Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) produced a number of shocking outcomes as groups fought arduous for factors with the season getting into its essential stage.
One of many largest shocks got here on the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium the place Kwara United shocked hosts Katsina United with a 2–1 away victory. The essential win boosted Kwara United’s hopes of escaping the relegation zone.
In Enugu, Rangers Worldwide delivered one of the excellent performances of the spherical as they overwhelmed league leaders Remo Stars 4–1 on the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium.
Kenneth Igboke gave Rangers an early lead within the fourth minute earlier than Chidozie Iwundu shortly added the second aim 4 minutes later. Remo Stars responded simply earlier than the break when Franck Kingue decreased the deficit in stoppage time of the primary half.
Nonetheless, Rangers remained in full management after the restart. Knowledge Ebirim prolonged the lead within the 62nd minute, whereas Igboke grabbed his second aim deep into stoppage time to finish a formidable victory for the Flying Antelopes.
At Umuahia, Abia Warriors defeated Capturing Stars 2–0 with striker Emeka Obioma scoring each targets within the 18th and fifty fifth minutes.
Former champions Rivers United additionally loved a snug afternoon after beating Bendel Insurance coverage 3–1 to maintain their title ambitions alive.
Nasarawa United claimed a slender 1–0 win over Ikorodu Metropolis because of Brilliant Amadi’s late strike within the 83rd minute.
Plateau United produced a dominant show as they defeated Niger Tornadoes 3–0 in Jos. Temitope Vincent opened the scoring within the seventh minute, Isaiah Sunday added the second earlier than halftime, and Nenrot Silas sealed the victory in stoppage time.
Sunshine Stars secured a 2–1 win in opposition to Enyimba in Akure. Qudus Olayinola transformed a penalty within the 71st minute earlier than Latti Yusuf added one other aim 5 minutes later. Enyimba managed a late comfort by Chidera Michael from the penalty spot.
Khalifat FC additionally picked up a slim 1–0 victory over Bayelsa United with Uchechukwu Onuoha scoring the decisive aim simply earlier than halftime.
In Kano, skilled ahead Ahmed Musa scored the one aim within the 57th minute to assist Kano Pillars defeat Barau FC 1–0 within the Kano derby.
Earlier, Wikki Vacationers started life beneath new coach Evans Ogenyi with a 2–1 comeback victory in opposition to El-Kanemi Warriors, a consequence that barely improved their probabilities of shifting away from the relegation zone.
With just a few rounds left earlier than the tip of the season, the most recent outcomes have intensified each the title race and the battle to keep away from relegation within the NPFL.
NPFL Matchday 29 Outcomes
- Wikki Vacationers 2–1 El-Kanemi Warriors
- Katsina United 1–2 Kwara United
- Abia Warriors 2–0 Capturing Stars
- Kano Pillars 1–0 Barau FC
- Kun Khalifat 1–0 Bayelsa United
- Nasarawa United 1–0 Ikorodu Metropolis
- Plateau United 3–0 Niger Tornadoes
- Rangers Worldwide 4–1 Remo Stars
- Rivers United 3–1 Bendel Insurance coverage
- Warri Wolves 2–1 Enyimba FC
The outcomes have added extra pleasure to the closing phases of the NPFL season as golf equipment proceed their push for the title, continental qualification locations, and survival within the prime flight.
