Katsina United Beat Enyimba 4-2 in Six-Goal Thriller
Katsina United defeated Enyimba 4-2 in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday Eight encounter on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Katsina United took a three-goal lead before Enyimba scored twice to put pressure on the hosts. However, Umar Rabiu scored in the 80th minute to seal the victory for Katsina United.
The win gives Katsina United three important points, while Enyimba suffered their fifth defeat in eight league matches.
Katsina United Take Control Early
Katsina United took the lead in the sixth minute when Enyimba defender Emeka Onyema scored an own goal after a back-pass went past goalkeeper Dede Dare.
Mubarak Sani doubled the hosts’ lead six minutes later with a powerful shot from outside the penalty area.
Enyimba tried to reduce the deficit through Idris Abubakar, Chidera and Richards, but Katsina United goalkeeper Francis Koroma made important saves to keep his team ahead.
Katsina United went into the half-time break with a 2-0 lead.
Enyimba Fight Back
Katsina United extended their advantage in the 60th minute when Luis Dadong headed home a cross to make it 3-0.
Enyimba responded seven minutes later as Chidera finished a cross from Obichere to pull one goal back.
The Aba-based side continued to push forward and made it 3-2 in the 75th minute when Egbe Charles headed home a flick from Richards.
With only one goal separating the teams, Enyimba pushed for an equaliser and threatened to complete a remarkable comeback.
However, Rabiu ended their hopes in the 80th minute with an impressive individual goal that restored Katsina United’s two-goal lead.
Enyimba continued to search for another goal, but Koroma denied Damian’s effort from outside the penalty area during stoppage time as Katsina United secured all three points.
NPFL Table Implications
The victory takes Katsina United to 12 points from eight matches.
Enyimba remain on seven points after suffering their fifth defeat of the campaign, leaving the Aba-based club under pressure to improve their results.
Despite scoring twice after going three goals behind, Enyimba were punished for their defensive mistakes, while Katsina United showed their ability to withstand pressure and secure the win.
Other NPFL Matchday Eight Fixtures
The Matchday Eight programme continues on Saturday, October 10, with two matches.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
– Ikorodu City vs Kwara United
– Ranchers Bees vs Niger Tornadoes
Sunday, October 11, 2026
– Barau FC vs Rangers International
– Abia Warriors vs Rivers United
– Kun Khalifat vs Shooting Stars
– Nasarawa United vs Doma United
– Warri Wolves vs Inter Lagos
– Plateau United vs Kano Pillars
– Sporting Lagos vs Bendel Insurance
Sunday’s fixtures include Barau FC’s meeting with Rangers International and Rivers United’s away clash against Abia Warriors.
The remaining matches could further change the league standings as the NPFL season continues.
