NPFL: Barau FC move top as Rangers win at home
Barau FC climbed to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standings after a convincing 2-0 victory over Abia Warriors. Powerful forward Joseph Atule opened the scoring for the Maliya Boys in the 22nd minute before Ibrahim Ayoola doubled their advantage one minute after the hour mark. The result takes Barau FC to […] NPFL: Barau FC move top as Rangers win at home
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) witnessed a shift in the top spot as Barau FC secured a 2-0 victory over Abia Warriors, moving to the summit of the table. Powerhouse striker Joseph Atule opened the scoring for the Maliya Boys in the 22nd minute, followed by Ibrahim Ayoola adding a second goal just one minute into the second half.
This result puts Barau FC at 11 points from five matches, topping the league standings. Defending champions Rangers secured a narrow 1-0 win against Ranchers Bees, with Chidozie Iwundu netting the decisive goal 10 minutes from full-time. Rangers have now moved up to second position. In other matches, Shooting Stars claimed a 2-0 victory over Katsina United at the Lekan Salami Stadium, with goals from Olanrewaju Ridwan and Qamar Adegoke.
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