Rivers United closed the gap to just eight points behind leaders Remo Stars with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes on Saturday in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 28.
The match, held at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, saw Samson Obi score the only goal of the game in the 81st minute. Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle was in attendance, observing the game between Rivers United and Niger Tornadoes.
Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle watching his fourth NPFL game. (Photo Credit X)
In other action, Remo Stars suffered a 2-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Meyinwa Oritseweyinmi scored twice for Bendel Insurance, while Arinze Anakwe netted the only goal for Remo Stars.
Adelani’s goal marked a milestone for Ikorodu City, as it was their 40th goal of the season, making them the first team to reach that mark. Averaging 1.42 goals per game, Ikorodu City moved up to third place on the league table with the win.
Source: TheAthleticNG
