The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) brought football enthusiasts a thrilling spectacle on Matchday 8, with captivating matches and notable scorelines to savor.
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Doma United achieved a crucial home win, Remo Stars made a triumphant return to form, and Plateau United asserted their dominance in compelling encounters across various stadiums.
Doma United emerged victorious with a slender 1-0 win over Akwa United at the Pantami Stadium, Gombe. The solitary goal, expertly struck by Doma United’s defender Nelson Abiam, showcased their resilience and home advantage.
In Ikenne, Remo Stars dazzled with a resounding 4-0 victory over Gombe United. In-form forward Sikiru Alimi led the charge with a goal in the 25th minute.
Franck Mawuena added to the lead in the 32nd minute. Okon Aniekeme contributed a goal in the 58th minute, and Alimi completed his brace in the 78th minute.
Plateau United demonstrated authority with a 3-1 victory over Abia Warriors at the New Jos Stadium. The match saw a flurry of goals, with Chris Nwaeze, Barnabas Daniels, and an own goal by Abia Warriors’ Jerry Ogu propelling Plateau United to a 3-0 lead within 15 minutes.
Abia Warriors pulled a goal back through Meme Okike in the 32nd minute.
Rangers International secured a vital point on the road, holding Sunshine Stars to a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Ondo Sports Complex Stadium. Godwin Obaje struck early for the Flying Antelopes, but Ibrahim Yusuf equalized for the Akure Gunners.
Moses Omodumueke then capitalized on Rangers’ defensive lapse to put Sunshine Stars ahead before Osimaga Duke rescued a point for Rangers in the 93rd minute.
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Lobi Stars, the league leaders, secured a narrow 1-0 win over Sporting Lagos at the Lafia City Stadium. Sunday Chinedu’s 29th-minute strike was enough to extend Lobi Stars’ lead at the top.
Kano Pillars bounced back with a 1-0 home win over Enyimba FC at the Sani Abacha Stadium, thanks to Abah Adams’ 71st-minute strike.
10-man Shooting Stars held Kwara United to a 1-1 draw in Ilorin, with goals from Malomo Taofeeq and Mohammed Alao.
Katsina United secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Rivers United in Katsina, with Mansoor Saleh finding the net in the 46th minute.
In Kaduna, Bendel Insurance managed to earn their second away point in succession after a goalless draw against Niger Tornadoes at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium.
Matchday 8 of the NPFL showcased the league’s fierce competition and thrilling matchups, promising more excitement for football enthusiasts in the upcoming fixtures.
