In a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League matchday two encounter, Gombe United secured a remarkable 2-0 victory against defending champions Enyimba at the Pantami Township Stadium on Sunday.
The home team displayed their prowess as Alakwe Chijioke opened the scoring just two minutes before the halftime whistle. Chijioke capitalized on a golden opportunity and calmly slotted the ball into the back of the net, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.
As the match reached its dramatic conclusion, Ahmed Jimoh added to Gombe United’s tally with a crucial goal in the 90th minute. Jimoh’s precise finish put the game beyond reach for Enyimba, sealing an impressive win for the hosts.
Elsewhere in the league, Sporting Lagos secured the top spot on the table with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against former champions Akwa United at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
At the Ahmadu Bello Stadium in Kaduna, Niger Tornadoes secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Rivers United. Bashir Usman proved to be the hero, netting the decisive goal from the penalty spot in the seventh minute.
In an exciting contest in Ikenne, Remo Stars came from behind to defeat seven-time champions Rangers 2-1. Kazwen Ogunleye had given Rangers an early lead, but Remo Stars fought back with goals from Seun Ogunribide and Sikiru Alimi in the 53rd minute, securing a thrilling comeback victory.
Meanwhile, Plateau United claimed a 1-0 victory over Heartland at the New Jos Stadium, with Bernard Mundi scoring the decisive goal.
A brace from Samuel Tiza and the third goal from Ajibola Adeleke help Lobi Stars to a close 3-2 win over Sunshine Stars with Taiwo Abdulrafiu and Micheal Olulasi on the scoresheet for Sunshine Stars.
In in the North central Kwara United scraped away with a 1-0 win over Abia Warriors with Isaiah Ejeh netting the only goal.
Here are the full matchday two results:
– Akwa United 0-0 Sporting Lagos
– Doma United 2-0 Bayelsa United
– Insurance 2-0 3SC
– Kano Pillars 1-0 Katsina United
– Gombe United 2-0 Enyimba
– Lobi Stars 3-2 Sunshine Stars
– Kwara United 1-0 Abia Warriors
– Niger Tornadoes 1-0 Rivers United
– Remo Stars 2-1 Rangers
– Plateau United 1-0 Heartland
The Nigeria Premier Football League continues to deliver excitement and surprises, with each matchday providing memorable moments for fans and teams alike.
