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NPFL Roundup: Plateau United thrash Kano Pillars
Plateau United beats Kano Pillars 4-0 as Rangers hold top NPFL spot.
In brief
Plateau United beats Kano Pillars 4-0 as Rangers hold top NPFL spot. Plateau United defeated Kano Pillars 4-0 in NPFL Matchday 8, while Rangers International retained top spot after a 2-2 draw with Barau FC. Originally reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
Plateau United thrash Kano Pillars
Plateau United scored four goals without reply against Kano Pillars in NPFL Matchday 8.
“Plateau United produced one of their most convincing performances of the campaign, scoring four goals without reply against Kano Pillars”
Rangers cling to top spot
Rangers International retained top spot after a 2-2 draw with Barau FC.
“Rangers moved to 17 points from eight matches, just one point ahead of Rivers United”
Plateau United's victory
Paul Samson opened the scoring after three minutes, with Ekundayo Ojo doubling the lead in stoppage time.
“Paul Samson opened the scoring after just three minutes, giving the hosts an early advantage”
Plateau United's third goal
Samuel Ayanrinde added a third goal in the 82nd minute before Nenrot Silas converted a penalty in the 90th minute.
“Samuel Ayanrinde added a third in the 82nd minute before Nenrot Silas converted a penalty in the 90th minute”
Kano Pillars' setback
Kano Pillars remain on 11 points after a defeat that puts them on 10th position.
“For Kano Pillars, the defeat was a significant setback. The former champions remained on 11 points on 10th position”
Rangers' late equalizer
Rangers needed a late equalizer to preserve their position after a 2-2 draw with Barau FC.
“Rangers needed a late equaliser to preserve their position at the top after playing out a 2-2 draw against Barau FC”
Rangers' second goal
Joseph Atule equalized for Barau from the penalty spot in the 56th minute.
“Joseph Atule equalised for Barau from the penalty spot in the 56th minute”
Rangers' third goal
Aliyu Sugau converted another penalty 12 minutes later to give Barau the lead.
“Aliyu Sugau converted another penalty 12 minutes later to give the hosts the lead”
Rangers' fourth goal
Chidiebere Nwobodo scored in the 90th minute to secure a point for Rangers.
“Rangers, however, refused to leave empty-handed, with Chidiebere Nwobodo scoring in the 90th minute to secure a point”
Rivers United's draw
Rivers United maintained their unbeaten start with a 0-0 draw against Abia Warriors.
“Rivers maintained their unbeaten record after a 0-0 draw with Abia Warriors, moving to 16 points”
Sporting Lagos comeback
Sporting Lagos came from behind to defeat Bendel Insurance 2-1 after conceding within the opening minute.
“Sporting Lagos came from behind to defeat Bendel Insurance 2-1 after conceding within the opening minute”
Ikorodu City win
Ikorodu City secured a 2-0 victory over Kwara United despite Kwara United finishing with 10 players.
“Ikorodu City strengthened their position in the top half of the table with a 2-0 victory over Kwara United”
Nasarawa United win
Nasarawa United defeated Doma United 2-0 with goals from Sunday Dapman and Jofrank Istifanus.
“Nasarawa United also secured a 2-0 win, defeating Doma United through goals from Sunday Dapman in the 10th minute and Jofrank Istifanus”
Warri Wolves victory
Warri Wolves earned a 3-1 victory over Inter Lagos to improve their standings.
“Warri Wolves earned a valuable 3-1 victory over Inter Lagos as both sides sought to improve their positions in the standings”
The key point
Plateau United defeated Kano Pillars 4-0 in NPFL Matchday 8, while Rangers International retained top spot after a 2-2 draw with Barau FC.
