Ahmed Musa was the hero for Kano Pillars on Sunday, netting the decisive goal in a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Plateau United at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. Gafar Saka initially put Plateau United ahead in the 66th minute, but Pillars bounced back through Rabiu Ali’s equalizer and Musa’s winning strike.
In another shock result, Ikorodu City handed Rivers United their first loss of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, defeating them 2-0. Ayomide Cole broke the deadlock just after halftime, and Rivio Ayemnwere doubled the lead eight minutes later.
Meanwhile, defending champions Rangers continued their strong run with a 2-0 victory over Nasarawa United at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, courtesy of last season’s top scorer, Godwin Obaje, who netted both goals for the Flying Antelopes.
Full NPFL Match Results:
• Rangers 2-0 Nasarawa United
• Kano Pillars 2-1 Plateau United
• Sunshine Stars 1-2 Insurance
• Abia Warriors 0-1 Heartland
• Bayelsa United 1-1 Enyimba
• Ikorodu City 2-0 Rivers United
• Tornadoes 1-0 3SC
• Akwa United 2-1 Kwara United
• Remo Stars 1-0 Lobi Stars
• El-Kanemi 1-0 Katsina United
A thrilling NPFL weekend saw upsets, comebacks, and standout performances, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
