NPFL Review: Katsina United Defeat Shooting Stars As Ikorodu City Hold Kun Khalifat

NPFL Review: Katsina United Defeat Shooting Stars As Ikorodu City Hold Kun Khalifat

Sampson Adedeji

Matchday 31 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) continued on Sunday with several decisive fixtures across the country, as home sides secured crucial results, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

At the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Shooting Stars put up a spirited performance but were left disappointed after conceding in the 65th minute. Elijah struck the decisive goal to hand the hosts a narrow but vital victory.

In Ikenne, Remo Stars produced an impressive display to defeat Kwara United 3-1.

 Ibrahim Yahaya opened the scoring in the 34th minute before Ahmed Akinyele doubled the lead four minutes later. 

Kwara United responded through Hadi Haruna in the 70th minute, but Victor Mbaoma sealed the win for Remo Stars just three minutes later.

Rangers International also recorded a comfortable 2-0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors, with Godwin Obaje netting both goals in a commanding performance.

Kano Pillars secured a 2-0 win against Enyimba International. 

Chidozie Okorie gave the home side an early lead in the 11th minute, while veteran forward Ahmed Musa added the second goal late in the game.

In one of the most entertaining fixtures of the day, Kun Khalifat and Ikorodu City played out a 2-2 draw. Joseph Arumala equalised for Ikorodu City in the 24th minute before Temitope Folarin put the visitors ahead.

 However, Uchechukwu Onuoha salvaged a point for the hosts with a stoppage-time equaliser.

Plateau United edged Bayelsa United 1-0, courtesy of Farouk Umar’s strike in the 50th minute.

Meanwhile, Warri Wolves were held to a goalless draw by Bendel Insurance in Ozoro, as both sides failed to find a breakthrough despite several attempts.

The results further tighten the race across the league table as teams continue their push for continental spots and survival.