Barau FC hold Enyimba; Katsina Utd, 3SC suffer NPFL opening day defeats
The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) season kicked off with Barau FC holding defending champions Enyimba to a goalless draw at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano. Katsina United suffered a defeat to Warri Wolves, while 3SC also lost to Abia Warriors.
In other matches, Bayelsa United secured a victory over Katsina United, and Wikki Tourists defeated Plateau United. Enugu Rangers failed to secure a win against Kun Khalifat, and Ikorodu City drew with Kwara United.
The season officially commenced on August 22 with a keenly contested match between Remo Stars and Rivers United, which ended in a draw. Abia Warriors currently lead the table after a convincing victory over Bendel Insurance.
The remaining MatchDay One fixtures between Niger Tornadoes and Nasarawa United are scheduled for August 27 in Ilorin.
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