In Matchday 27 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Rivers United and Enyimba FC shared the points in a 1–1 draw at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt, while Plateau United delivered a resounding 4–1 victory over Shooting Stars at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday.
Enyimba took the lead through Abiodun Joseph in the 28th minute, only for Aniekeme Okon to equalise for Rivers United two minutes before half time. The stalemate leaves both clubs battling for league honours as the season enters its final phase.
In Jos, Plateau United overturned an early deficit when Qamar Adegoke put Shooting Stars in front, responding with four unanswered goals from Tarabina Biweribo, Harrison Ebah, Vincent Temitope and Alao Danbani to make it one of the standout results of the weekend.
Editorial
The draw between Rivers United and Enyimba underscored how finely balanced contests remain at the top of the NPFL this season. Both sides created chances but could not find a decisive breakthrough after the interval, highlighting the tactical discipline and defensive organisation that are becoming features of title chasing teams. Sharing the spoils means Rivers United maintain their lofty position in the standings, while Enyimba will feel they could have taken all three points after taking an early lead.
Plateau United’s emphatic win demonstrated their goal-scoring potency and depth as they look to climb the table and push for continental qualification. Responding so strongly after falling behind showed resilience and attacking cohesion, qualities that could serve them well as the NPFL season reaches its decisive stages. Meanwhile, Shooting Stars will rue letting an early advantage slip, and will look to regroup in their next fixture.
Matchday 27 delivered a mix of tight battles and high scoring affairs, reflecting both the competitiveness and unpredictability of the NPFL. With only a few rounds left, every point matters whether in the title race, mid-table positioning or relegation fight giving Nigerian fans plenty to look forward to.
Did You Know?
- Rivers United and Enyimba played out a 1–1 draw in Port Harcourt, with Okon and Joseph on the scoresheet.
- Plateau United recorded a 4–1 win over Shooting Stars, with four different goal scorers.
- Qamar Adegoke scored early to put Shooting Stars ahead before Plateau United responded with four goals.
- The NPFL Matchday 27 results also included draws for Ikorodu City and Rangers, highlighting a busy weekend of fixtures.
- Rivers United sit near the top of the NPFL table, continuing their push for league honours.
