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NPFL: Remo Stars extend lead at the top; Shooting beat Insurance

NPFL: Remo Stars extend lead at the top; Shooting beat Insurance

Remo Stars extended their lead at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), thanks to a 2-1 victory over Kano Pillars on Saturday in Ikenne in a match-day 23 clash, Afrosport reports. Sikiru Alimi gave the Sky-Blue Stars the lead after just five minutes, directingt he ball into the net, following a timely and well-delivered cross from full-back, Seun Ogunribide. Former Kano Pillars defender,...

NPFL: Musa scores late in Kano Pillars’ win; Bendel, Sunshine Stars claim home wins

NPFL: Musa scores late in Kano Pillars’ win; Bendel, Sunshine Stars claim home wins

Ahmed Musa scored late on Saturday as Kano Pillars secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Niger Tornadoes in a thrilling matchday 18 clash in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Afrosport reports. Kano Pillars took the lead in the 30th minute through a well-taken strike by Rabiu Alhassan, but Niger Tornadoes drew level in the 60th minute, courtesy of Mohammed Aliyu. The game was heading towards...

NPFL: Lobi Stars edge Kwara United, Rivers United battle Kano Pillars

NPFL: Lobi Stars edge Kwara United, Rivers United battle Kano Pillars

Lobi Stars returned to winning ways after defeating Kwara United 1-0 on Saturday at the Lafia City stadium in a matchday 15 encounter in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Afrosport reports. Peter Onah netted the only goal of the game in the 26th minute when he collected a well-crafted pass from Ifeanyi Assurance, before firing past Kwara United's goalkeeper. The goal sealed victory and maximum...

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NPFL: Bendel Insurance return to winning ways with victory over Kwara United

Bendel Insurance returned to winning ways in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) with a 3-1 win against visiting Kwara United at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Saturday, Afrosport reports. Nazir Mohammed stole the show with two first-half goals in the 17th and 29th minute, while Emmanuel Ogbole netted in between both goals to initially give Kwara United a lifeline. Austin Ogunye wrapped up the victory...

NPFL: Rivers United share spoils with Remo Stars, Ikorodu City beat Shooting Stars

NPFL: Rivers United share spoils with Remo Stars, Ikorodu City beat Shooting Stars

The Top-of-the-table clash in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) ended in a goalless draw as spoils were shared between Remo Stars and Rivers United in Ikenne on Sunday, Afrosport reports. Aniekeme Okon's first half acrobatic effort was denied by the cross bar, while Sikiru Alimi put a great opportunity wide just before half-time. Goalkeeper Bankole Kayode was also instrumental for the Sky-Blue Stars, having to...