NPFL Matchday 31 Summary: Akwa United climb out of drop zone, Remo Stars extend lead at the top

Remo Stars climbed to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table after a 2-0 victory over Enyimba on Wednesday. The win took them to 60 points, opening a seven-point gap over second-placed Rivers United.

Wednesday’s Matches (27 March)

• Akwa United 2-0 Niger Tornadoes – Akwa United secured a comfortable home win.

• Rangers Int’l 0-1 Plateau United – Rangers suffered a shocking home defeat.

• Remo Stars 2-0 Enyimba – Remo Stars dominated to claim a crucial three points.

• El Kanemi 2-2 Shooting Stars – Both teams shared the spoils in an entertaining draw.

Tuesday’s Matches (26 March)

• Abia Warriors 2-0 Lobi Stars – Abia Warriors kept their title hopes alive.

• Bayelsa United 1-0 Rivers United – A setback for Rivers United’s title chase.

• Kano Pillars 0-0 Bendel Insurance – A goalless draw in Kano.

• Kwara United 1-0 Nasarawa United – A hard-fought win for Kwara United.

• Sunshine Stars 0-0 Heartland – Both teams settled for a point.

League Standings (Top 5 After Week 31)

1. Remo Stars – 60 points

2. Rivers United – 52 points

3. Abia Warriors – 50 points

4. Shooting Stars – 47 points

5. Rangers Int’l – 45 points

With seven games remaining, Remo Stars now have a strong chance of securing the NPFL title. However, Rivers United and Abia Warriors remain in the race. Meanwhile, Rangers’ home loss to Plateau United has dented their title hopes.

At the bottom, Lobi Stars (23 points) are in deep relegation trouble, while Sunshine Stars (34 points) and Heartland (35 points) are also fighting to avoid the drop.

The NPFL action continues next weekend as the title and relegation battles heat up.