Home Teams in Flying Start to New NPFL Season
There might have been a few scares, but in the end the home teams got off to a good start on the opening day of action in the Nigeria Premier
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) kicked off with the home teams securing positive results on the inaugural matchday. Defending champions Enugu Rangers narrowly held Katsina United to a 1-1 draw, while Kwara United triumphed 2-2 against Kano Pillars, with Rabiu 'Pele' Ali scoring the latter goal. Ikorodu City overcame a seven-minute deficit to defeat Ranchers Bees 3-1 in Lagos, with goals from Umar Dan'azumi, Abayomi Ayodeji, and a late penalty from Farouk Salami.
Doma United dominated Sporting Lagos 2-0, while Bendel Insurance edged Warri Wolves 2-1 in a derby clash. Barau United also claimed a 3-1 victory at home against Nasarawa United. Rivers United added to their tally, defeating Plateau United 2-0, with the Abia Warriors vs. Kun Khalifat match postponed to the following morning. Earlier, Shooting Stars secured a 2-1 win over Inter Lagos, setting the stage for home team triumphs in the NPFL.
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