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NPFL: Remo Stars Pip Nasarawa United, 3SC Beat Wikki Tourists In Five-Goal Thriller
**NPFL: Remo Stars and Shooting Stars Shine in Week's Football Fixtures**
The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) has witnessed some thrilling matches as the league continues to unfold. Among the standout results, Remo Stars secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Nasarawa United, boosting their chances of survival. The match played at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne was an intense affair, with the hosts taking the lead through Stanley Joseph on the 62nd minute.
However, Nasarawa United equalised through Suleiman Dauda in the 83rd minute, sending the match to a thrilling conclusion. But Remo Stars showed their resolve, snatching victory with a winning goal scored by Michael Ibe in the 89th minute.
In another exciting fixture, former champions Shooting Stars (3SC) edged Wikki Tourists 3-2 in a match played at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan. The hosts took an early lead through Sadiq Ibrahim, but Wikki Tourists drew level through Abba Musa. Lucky Emmanuel restored 3SC's lead, only for Wikki to equalise again through John Taiwo. However, Tijani Al-Ameen sealed the victory for 3SC with a goal in the 88th minute.
Elsewhere, Enyimba defeated Plateau United 2-0 at the Enyimba Stadium in Aba, with Paul Odeh and Chinedu Ufere scoring the goals. The match was a testament to the People's Elephant's strength and consistency in the league.
In other results, Kwara United and Rangers played out a 0-0 draw in Ilorin, while Niger Tornadoes were held to a 0-0 draw by Kano Pillars in Minna. Barau FC also recorded a convincing 2-0 win over Abia Warriors, with Muhammad Umar scoring both goals.
These exciting results have added to the drama and unpredictability of the league, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next set of matches. As the competition intensifies, the stakes are higher, and teams will be looking to secure crucial wins to stay ahead of the pack.