Rivers United earned their first win of the season on Saturday, defeating Heartland 3-1 at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.

Finidi George's team is unbeaten in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after two games this season.

Under the direction of former Super Eagles winger Emmanuel Amuneke, Heartland has lost its first two games of the season.
Taofeek Otaniyi, Rivers United's new acquisition, scored just three minutes thanks to an assist from Aniekeme Okon.

Christian Molokwu of Heartland scored in first-half stoppage time to tie the game.

The hosts turned on the style after the break, with Kabir Abdullahi scoring twice to seal the victory.