El-Kanemi Warriors left the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium empty-handed after Enugu Rangers secured a 2-0 win on Sunday. The victory propelled Rangers to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) 2025/26 season, with 54 points.
The match saw Rangers dominate from the start, with Daniel Itodo scoring the opening goal in the 40th minute. Godwin Obaje sealed the win with a second goal in the 78th minute, as the El-Kanemi goalkeeper struggled to keep up with the Rangers' attacks.
In other matches, Ikorodu City FC secured a 2-1 win over Kun Khalifat FC, strengthening their grip on third place and potentially securing a continental slot. Kano Pillars FC returned to winning ways with a 2-0 victory over Enyimba FC, deepening Enyimba's struggles in the lower half of the table.
The NPFL table now stands as follows: Rangers Int'l FC top the table with 54 points, followed closely by Rivers United FC with 52 points. Ikorodu City FC is third with 49 points, while Nasarawa United FC and Shooting Stars SC occupy fourth and fifth place, respectively.
The NPFL title race is heating up, with Rangers International Football Club of Enugu now at the top of the table. The team's 2-0 win over El-Kanemi Warriors has set the tone for a thrilling finish to the season. With Rangers now leading the pack, the pressure is on other top teams like Rivers United FC and Ikorodu City FC to maintain their positions. The battle for continental spots is also intensifying, with several teams vying for a place in the top four. As the season draws to a close, fans can expect a nail-biting finish to the NPFL 2025/26 season.
