NPFL Week 32: Akwa United See Red in Lafia as Rivers United Edge Remo Stars

It was another exciting weekend in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) as Week 32 brought tense matches, dramatic moments, and key results in the race for the title and the fight to avoid relegation.

Akwa United See Red in Lafia
In Lafia, Akwa United’s impressive run saw red as they lost 2-0 to Nasarawa United. It was a tough afternoon for the Promise Keepers, who ended the game with 10 men after a second-half red card. Nasarawa took full advantage of this crucial relegation fight, scoring twice to claim all three points and boost their hopes of survival.

Rivers United Edge Remo Stars
In the most anticipated clash of the round, Rivers United defeated Remo Stars 1-0 in Port Harcourt. The tightly contested match between two title challengers was decided by a single goal, as Rivers United held on for a vital win. The result not only reignites their title ambitions but also slows down Remo Stars’ hopes of a first-ever NPFL title win.

Other Results
Enyimba kept pace in the race for continental footbalk with a 2-1 win over Abia Warriors in the Abia derby.

Heartland FC gave themselves a lifeline with a 2-0 win over Kano Pillars, as they battle against relegation.

Bendel Insurance and Rangers International played a cagey 0-0 draw in Benin.

Shooting Stars and Ikorodu City also shared the spoils in a goalless draw in Ibadan.

Lobi Stars were held 1-1 by Sunshine Stars at home.

Katsina United and Bayelsa United drew 1-1 in another even contest.

Niger Tornadoes beat El Kanemi Warriors 2-0 in Minna.

In Jos, Plateau United and Kwara United couldn’t find a breakthrough, finishing 0-0.

Current Standings (Top and Bottom Focus)
As things stand after Week 32:

 Top of the Table:

Remo Stars – 60 pts (31 games)

Rivers United – 55 pts (32 games)

Abia Warriors – 50 pts

Shooting Stars – 48 pts

Rangers Int’l – 46 pts

Enyimba – 46 pts

Bottom of the Table (Relegation Zone):
17. Heartland FC – 38 pts
18. Akwa United – 37 pts
19. Sunshine Stars – 35 pts
20. Lobi Stars – 24 pts (31 games)