Rivers United reclaim NPFL lead as Ikorodu City stun Pillars
Rivers United have climbed back to the top of the Nigeria Premier League after a narrow win over Plateau United. Ikorodu City made a statement with a dominant victory against Kano Pillars, boosting their continental hopes. The latest round of matches saw intense battles at both ends of the table, with the title race and relegation fight heating up. Several teams are now locked in a fierce contest to avoid the drop as the season nears its climax.
Match highlights
- Rivers United defeated Plateau United 1-0, with Wisdom Samuel scoring in the 11th minute to return to the league summit with 58 points.
- Ikorodu City beat Kano Pillars 3-0, with goals from Joseph Arumala (28th minute), Tosin Oyedokun (70th minute), and Abayomi Ayodeji (88th minute), moving up to third place.
- Enyimba eased relegation fears with a 3-0 win over Katsina United, thanks to goals from Stanley Dimgba, Chidera Michael, and Wonah Williams.
- Remo Stars lost 2-1 to Barau despite taking the lead, leaving them in 19th place and deep in relegation trouble.
- Wikki Tourists secured the only away win of the round, defeating Bayelsa United 1-0 with a goal from Imamu Bala.
