AFCON 2025
It was a weekend of high drama and attacking brilliance in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), as Enugu Rangers, Enyimba, and Katsina United secured impressive victories.
Rangers stunned Lobi Stars 4–2 away from home, while Enyimba edged Kano Pillars in a closely contested 2–1 battle. Meanwhile, Katsina United delivered the standout performance of the round, dismantling Abia Warriors 5–1 in front of a jubilant home crowd.
Lobi Stars 2–4 Enugu Rangers
Enugu Rangers delivered a commanding performance on the road, defeating Lobi Stars 4–2. This victory boosts Rangers’ position in the league standings, showcasing their offensive strength.
Enyimba 2–1 Kano Pillars
Enyimba secured a hard-fought 2–1 win against Kano Pillars. Joseph Atule and Brown Ideye gave the Elephants the lead before Naibe Akpesiri scored from a rebound of Zulkifilul Abdul’s missed penalty.
Katsina United 5–1 Abia Warriors
Katsina United dominated their fixture, overwhelming Abia Warriors today at the Muhammad Dikko stadium with a 5–1 scoreline.
The hosts took a 2–0 lead within the first three minutes of the game before Ijoma Antoine halved the deficit in the 11th minute.
This however proved to only be a consolation goal as Katsina scored three unreplied goals in the second half to seal an emphatic win.
