Rivers United’s away strength boosts title hopes
Rivers United coach Finidi George has praised his team’s impressive away form after their 2–1 comeback win over Plateau United in Jos on June 6, 2024. The victory keeps Rivers United joint top of the Nigeria Premier Football League table, with an unbeaten away record this season. Finidi George highlighted the team’s resilience and consistency on the road as key to their title challenge. Rivers United now look ahead to their next home match against Wikki Tourist.
Match highlights
- Finidi George credited his players for their determination after overturning an early deficit against Plateau United on June 6, 2024.
- Rivers United have collected 11 away points this season—the highest in the 2025/26 NPFL campaign.
- The team remains unbeaten in seven away matches, with two wins and five draws.
- Rivers United are now joint top of the league with Nasarawa United on 30 points, with a game in hand.
- Another win in their upcoming match could see them take sole leadership of the NPFL standings.
