Exciting actions unfold in Nigeria Premier Football League week-14
In a thrilling week 14 of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Remo Stars faced a setback with a 2-1 defeat against Kano Pillars at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday.
Ibrahim Mustapha put Pillars in the lead just five minutes into the second half.
Despite a valiant effort from the visitors, with Dayo Ojo equalizing in the 72nd minute, veteran midfielder Rabiu Ali secured the win for Pillars six minutes later. Despite the loss, Remo Stars maintain their top position on the league table.
Lobi Stars secured a 2-1 victory over Doma United at the Lafia City Stadium, with Solomon Oganbor and Suleiman Mojereola finding the net. This marked Doma United’s first defeat in nine league outings.
Former champions Plateau United delivered an outstanding performance at the New Jos Stadium, thrashing Bayelsa United 5-1. Albert Hilary’s hat-trick, along with goals from Silas Nenrot and Izuchukwu Chimezie, dominated the match. Ekeson Okorie netted Bayelsa United’s lone goal.
Heartland secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Akwa United at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, with Chidiebere Ajoku scoring the winner late in the first half.
Rangers claimed a 2-0 victory against Sporting Lagos in Awka, with Austin Onyemaechi and Kenechukwu Agu finding the back of the net.
Kwara United and Niger Tornadoes battled to a goalless draw in Ilorin.
Full Results:
- Abia Warriors 3-2 Shooting Stars
- Rangers International 2-0 Sporting Lagos
- Heartland 1-0 Akwa United
- Kwara United 0-0 Niger Tornadoes
- Lobi Stars 2-1 Doma United
- Plateau United 5-1 Bayelsa United
- Sunshine Stars 1-1 Gombe United
The Nigeria Premier Football League continues to deliver thrilling matches, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as the competition intensifies.