In today’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) action, three matches were played, each with significant implications for the teams involved.
Shooting Stars 0–0 Rivers United
At the Adamasingba Stadium in Ibadan, Shooting Stars and Rivers United played out a goalless draw. Both teams had opportunities to break the deadlock but were unable to convert their chances, resulting in a stalemate that keeps them level on points in the league standings.
El-Kanemi Warriors 1–0 Lobi Stars
El-Kanemi Warriors hosted bottom-placed Lobi Stars in a match that concluded Matchday 27. Jacob Jonathan’s 54th minute goal was all the home side needed as they capitalized on Lobi Stars’ poor form to secure a victory, boosting their position in the league table.
Akwa United 1–0 Katsina United
In a crucial fixture for Akwa United’s survival hopes, they faced Katsina United at home. The Promise Keepers managed to secure a vital win, earning three points that enhance their chances of avoiding relegation. Uche Sabastine scored the only goal of the game in the 20th minute.