Rivers United and Rangers Shine in NPFL Matchday 29

On Matchday 29 of the NPFL, Rivers United defeated Bendel Insurance 3-1 at Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, solidifying their position at the top of the league. The match remained goalless until the second half when Chijiok Mbaoma scored in the 53rd minute from a corner delivered by Iyowuna Douglas.

Wisdom Samuel doubled the lead in the 81st minute, but Bendel Insurance managed to pull one back in the 89th minute through Samson Obi. The victory keeps Rivers United two points clear at the summit with two matches in hand over their closest challengers, Rangers International.

Rangers showcased a dominant performance, thrashing Remo Stars 4-1, with Kenneth Igbok scoring early and later adding another goal in stoppage time. This defeat leaves Remo Stars at the bottom of the table with 30 points from 29 matches.

Elsewhere, Enyimba slipped into the relegation zone after a 2-1 loss to Warri Wolves.