Rivers United Close Gap on Remo Stars as Title Race Heats Up

Rivers United kept their title hopes alive with a crucial 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes on Saturday, closing the gap on NPFL leaders Remo Stars to just eight points.

The decisive moment came late in the game when Samson Obi found the back of the net in the 81st minute, securing all three points for the home side.

Meanwhile, Remo Stars suffered a setback in their title charge, falling 2-1 to Bendel Insurance at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City. Meyinwa Oritseweyinmi struck twice for Bendel Insurance, while Arinze Anakwe netted a consolation goal for Remo Stars.

With the loss, Remo Stars remain top with 54 points from 28 matches, while Rivers United are now on 46 points, keeping their championship aspirations alive.

Ikorodu City on the Rise

In another thrilling encounter, Ikorodu City claimed a 1-0 away victory over Lobi Stars, thanks to a late winner from Shola Adelani in the 81st minute. The win saw Ikorodu City climb to third place, adding another layer of intrigue to the league standings.

Title Race Still Open?

With ten games left in the season, the NPFL title race is far from over. Rivers United’s victory puts pressure on Remo Stars, who can’t afford to drop more points if they want to secure the league crown. Meanwhile, Ikorodu City’s rise suggests that the battle for top spots could get even tighter.

Can Rivers United sustain their momentum and challenge for the title? Or will Remo Stars bounce back and extend their lead? The next few weeks will be crucial in shaping the outcome of the season. Football fans, get ready for a thrilling finish!