Nasarawa United Thrashes Rivers United 4-1 in NPFL

On March 22, 2023, Nasarawa United achieved a significant 4-1 victory over Rivers United in a match that reshaped the NPFL title race. The match, held in Lafia, saw Abubakar Abdullahi score twice, with Chimezi Victor also contributing to the scoreline.

Rivers United, managed by Finidi George, struggled defensively, conceding four goals for the second time this season. This defeat deepened their crisis as they slipped to second place with 52 points, while Nasarawa United climbed to third with 50 points, maintaining their title hopes.

In another match, Abia Warriors defeated Niger Tornadoes 2-1, with Suraju Lawal and Casmir Azubuik scoring for the hosts. Joseph Godfrei's late goal for Niger Tornadoes was not enough to change the outcome.

Abia Warriors' victory lifted them to fifth place with 49 points, keeping the race for continental qualification wide open with seven matches remaining.