Rangers and Enyimba Secure Victories in NPFL Matches
In the Nigeria Premier Football League, defending champions Rangers maintained their top position by defeating Abia Warriors 3-1 at the Awka City Stadium. Godwin Obaje scored the opening goal eight minutes before halftime, followed by Chidiebere Nwobodo's goal four minutes into the second half.
Abia Warriors responded with a penalty converted by Emeka Obioma in the 53rd minute, but Rangers secured the win with a stoppage-time goal from Akorode Daniel. Meanwhile, nine-time champions Enyimba achieved a 2-0 victory over 10-man Plateau United, with goals from Ifeanyi Ihemekwele and Richard Ezinna.
Rivers United continued their unbeaten streak with a 2-0 win against Ikorodu City, thanks to goals from Samson Olasupo and Chinemerem Ugwueze. Other matches included Doma United's 1-0 win over Warri Wolves and a 1-1 draw between Inter Lagos and Katsina United.
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