NPFL Week 32: Akwa United See Red in Lafia as Rivers United Edge Remo Stars

It was one other thrilling weekend in the Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) as Week 32 introduced tense matches, dramatic moments, and key outcomes in the race for the title and the struggle to keep away from relegation.

Akwa United See Red in Lafia
In Lafia, Akwa United’s spectacular run noticed purple as they misplaced 2-0 to Nasarawa United. It was a troublesome afternoon for the Promise Keepers, who ended the sport with 10 males after a second-half purple card. Nasarawa took full benefit of this significant relegation struggle, scoring twice to assert all three factors and enhance their hopes of survival.

Rivers United Edge Remo Stars
In probably the most anticipated conflict of the spherical, Rivers United defeated Remo Stars 1-0 in Port Harcourt. The tightly contested match between two title challengers was determined by a single aim, as Rivers United held on for a significant win. The consequence not solely reignites their title ambitions but in addition slows down Remo Stars’ hopes of a first-ever NPFL title win.

Different Outcomes
Enyimba stored tempo in the race for continental footbalk with a 2-1 win over Abia Warriors in the Abia derby.

Heartland FC gave themselves a lifeline with a 2-0 win over Kano Pillars, as they battle towards relegation.

Bendel Insurance coverage and Rangers Worldwide performed a cagey 0-0 draw in Benin.

Capturing Stars and Ikorodu Metropolis additionally shared the spoils in a goalless draw in Ibadan.

Lobi Stars have been held 1-1 by Sunshine Stars at house.

Katsina United and Bayelsa United drew 1-1 in one other even contest.

Niger Tornadoes beat El Kanemi Warriors 2-0 in Minna.

In Jos, Plateau United and Kwara United couldn’t discover a breakthrough, ending 0-0.

Present Standings (Prime and Backside Focus)
As issues stand after Week 32:

 Prime of the Desk:

Remo Stars – 60 pts (31 video games)

Rivers United – 55 pts (32 video games)

Abia Warriors – 50 pts

Capturing Stars – 48 pts

Rangers Int’l – 46 pts

Enyimba – 46 pts

Backside of the Desk (Relegation Zone):
17. Heartland FC – 38 pts
18. Akwa United – 37 pts
19. Sunshine Stars – 35 pts
20. Lobi Stars – 24 pts (31 video games)