Enugu Rangers remained top of the NPFL after a 2-0 victory over Bayelsa United, extending their record to 62 points from 36 matches. The win came despite pressure from Rivers United, who closed the gap with a 3-0 home win over Abia Warriors, powered by second-half goals from Wasiu Falolu, Timothy Zachariah, and Bello Babatunde. At the bottom, Enyimba defeated Remo Stars 2-1, pushing the defending champions back into the relegation zone with 43 points from 36 games. Remo Stars now sit 18th, while Enyimba moved to 11th with 46 points. Kun Khalifat boosted their survival hopes with a 2-1 win over Kano Pillars, reaching 43 points and staying within one point of safety. Shooting Stars provisionally occupy third place after a 3-2 home win against Nasarawa United, with Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle watching from the stands. Other results included Warri Wolves edging Plateau United 1-0, Niger Tornadoes drawing 2-2 with Kwara United, and Barau FC securing top-flight survival with a decisive win over El Kanemi Warriors. The match between Bendel Insurance and Katsina United was abandoned after 62 minutes due to rain, with the score at 0-0; it will resume the following day.
Enugu Rangers hold a one-point lead at the summit despite losing ground on goal difference, as Rivers United's 3-0 win intensified the title race. The defending champions' 2-1 loss to Enyimba exposes their fading grip on top-flight status, with survival now hanging by a thread. Remo Stars' drop back into the relegation zone underlines how quickly fortunes can shift in a tightly contested league. No African player featured in the match outcomes.
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