Remo Stars Begin NPFL Title Defence With Draw Against Rivers United
Remo Stars kicked off their NPFL title defense with a draw against Rivers United at the MKO Abiola Stadium. The match saw early drama with both teams scoring within the first ten minutes.
Aniemeke Okon, a former Remo forward, scored for Rivers United, while Victor Mbaoma equalized for Remo Stars with his 52nd career NPFL goal. However, Mbaoma had to leave the game due to injury in the first half.
Despite being reduced to ten men in stoppage time, Remo Stars held on for the draw, maintaining their remarkable unbeaten home record. In the next fixture, Remo Stars will face Kun Khalifat FC, while Rivers United will host Kwara United following their President's Federation Cup triumph.
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