NPFL 2025/2026: Okara Targets Top-Nine Finish With Bayelsa United
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Bayelsa United Head Coach, Meremu Okara, has shifted his focus to a possible top-nine finish after a pyrrhic 1-0 victory over Rivers United in Sunday’s 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 28 fixture at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa, Completesports.com reports.
The Pride of Rivers defender, Emeka Temple, scored an own goal 12 minutes after kick-off as Bayelsa United held on to claim all three points — their fourth straight win against the Pride of Rivers across two consecutive seasons.
The victory lifted the Restoration Boys away from the relegation zone, moving them to 14th position on the NPFL table with 34 points and ten matches remaining.
Coach Sets Top-Nine Target For Bayelsa United
Okara said after the feisty encounter that his ultimate ambition is to st...