AFCON 2025
It was a day of home victories and tight contests across the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), with Kano Pillars FC producing the standout performance of the round.
Kano Pillars delivered a commanding display, thrashing Bendel Insurance FC 4–0 in Kano. The result underlines their attacking strength and keeps them firmly in the conversation as the season approaches its final stretch.
In Ilorin, Kwara United FC cruised to a comfortable 3–0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors FC. The hosts controlled proceedings from start to finish, turning dominance into goals and securing all three points with ease.
At the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina United FC edged Niger Tornadoes FC 1–0 in a tightly contested encounter. A solitary goal proved enough to separate both sides in a match defined by discipline and defensive organization.
The only away win of the day came in Lafia, where Kun Khalifat FC stunned Nasarawa United FC with a narrow 1–0 victory. The result marks a significant boost for Kun Khalifat as they continue their push for survival.
Earlier results also saw Remo Stars FC secure a 1–0 win over Shooting Stars SC, while Rangers International FC were held to a goalless draw by Barau FC, and Warri Wolves FC defeated Rivers United FC 2–0.
With just a few matches left in the season, every point now carries weight, and Matchday 33 has once again reshaped both the title race and the battle for survival in the NPFL.
