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NPFL Round-up: Remo Stars end winless run as Rangers go top after Rivers United slip

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NPFL Round-up: Remo Stars end winless run as Rangers go top after Rivers United slip
**NPFL Round-up: Remo Stars Bounce Back, Rangers Soar to Top** The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) season has been filled with ups and downs, and last weekend was no exception. In a thrilling set of matches, Remo Stars finally broke their winless streak, while Rangers International capitalized on Rivers United's slip-up to claim the top spot. **Remo Stars Heave a Sigh of Relief** For Remo Stars, it was a day of redemption at home. The Sky Blue Stars had been struggling to find their footing, and their recent run of losses had left them at the bottom of the table. But on Sunday, they welcomed Katsina United to the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, determined to turn their fortunes around. And turn them around they did, with a resounding 2-0 victory that lifted the team to 18th place. The goals came courtesy of Haruna Hadi, who scored twice in a span of three minutes to seal the win. This much-needed victory now gives Remo Stars a glimmer of hope as they face a crucial away trip to Enugu against league leaders Rangers International. **Rangers Soar to Top** Meanwhile, Rangers International continued their impressive form with a 2-0 win over Nasarawa United in Enugu. Goals from Godwin Obaje and Chidiebere Nwobodo secured the victory, and with Rivers United's defeat away to Bayelsa United, Rangers International jumped to the top of the NPFL table. This marks a significant milestone for the Flying Antelopes, who are now looking strong contenders for the championship title. **Other NPFL Match Highlights** In other matches, Bendel Insurance produced a stunning display, thrashing Ikorodu City 4-0 in Benin City. Alex Oweilayefa scored his first senior hat-trick, while Wisdom Udom added another goal to seal the win. Enyimba continued their inconsistent form, being held to a 1-1 draw by Kun Khalifat in Aba. And in Ibadan, Shooting Stars defeated Kano Pillars 2-1, thanks to goals from Sodiq Ibrahim and Qamar Adegoke. **Conclusion** Last weekend's NPFL matches saw Remo Stars break their winless streak, while Rangers International capitalized on Rivers United's slip-up to claim the top spot. As the season enters its final stretch
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