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NPFL 2023/24 Season: Sporting Lagos, Three Others Relegated Despite Fighting Spirit on NPFL Matchday 38

The 2023/24 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season concluded dramatically on Matchday 38.

Despite a spirited performance, Sporting Lagos were relegated after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Shooting Stars SC.

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Here are the results and final standings:
Gombe United 1-2 Rangers International
Kano Pillars 3-2 Lobi Stars FC
Shooting Stars SC 1-0 Sporting Lagos
Doma United 1-1 Abia Warriors FC
Enyimba FC 2-0 Plateau United
Kwara United 4-0 Heartland FC
Niger Tornadoes 2-1 Sunshine Stars FC
Bendel Insurance 0-2 Bayelsa United FC
Akwa United 3-1 Rivers United FC
Remo Stars 2-1 Katsina United FC

Final Standings After Matchday 38
Champions: Rangers International FC
CAF Champions League Qualifiers: Rangers International FC and Remo Stars FC
CAF Confederation Cup Qualifiers: Enyimba FC

Relegated Teams
Sporting Lagos
Doma United FC
Heartland FC
Gombe United FC

Match Highlights

Rangers International FC’s Victory: With their win against Gombe United, Rangers International FC secured the top position and the championship, qualifying for the CAF Champions League alongside Remo Stars FC.

Relegation Battle: Despite their efforts, Sporting Lagos, Doma United FC, Heartland FC, and Gombe United FC have been relegated to the lower division.

Notable Performances: Kwara United delivered a strong performance with a 4-0 victory over Heartland FC. Enyimba FC solidified their place in the CAF Confederation Cup with a 2-0 win against Plateau United.

Close Contests: Kano Pillars’ 3-2 win over Lobi Stars FC and Remo Stars’ 2-1 victory against Katsina United FC highlighted the competitive nature of the league till the very end.

The season has showcased remarkable talent and intense competition, setting the stage for the next season and international club tournaments.