Plateau United delivered the standout result of NPFL Match Day 8, thrashing Kano Pillars 4-0 in Jos to end the visitors’ unbeaten run this season.
Paul Samson gave the Peace Boys an early lead in the third minute. Former Remo Stars midfielder Dayo Ojo then doubled their advantage as Plateau United took control of the contest.
Kano Pillars tried to fight back after the break, but Plateau United proved too strong. Samuel Ayarinde scored in the 83rd minute before Nenrot Silas converted a penalty in the 90th minute to complete the emphatic victory.
The win lifted Plateau United to third place with 14 points on the NPFL table. Meanwhile, Kano Pillars extended their winless run to five matches.
Rangers hold Barau as Sporting Lagos return to winning ways
At the Sani Abacha Stadium, Barau FC surrendered points in a 2-2 draw against defending champions Rangers International. Chidebere Nwobodo struck in the 93rd minute to break the hearts of the home supporters and secure a valuable away point for Rangers.
The result kept Rangers at the top of the NPFL table with 17 points. In Umuahia, Abia Warriors and Rivers United played out a goalless draw as both sides shared the points.
Sporting Lagos returned to winning ways at home with a 2-1 victory over Bendel Insurance in Onikan. Kayode Solomon put the visitors ahead in the first minute, but Victor Samuel equalised for Sporting Lagos in the 21st minute.
Gafar Olaniya then scored a minute later to complete the turnaround and secure all three points for the hosts.
Elsewhere, Nasarawa United beat Doma United 2=0 in Lafia, while Warri Wolves recorded a convincing 3-1 win over Inter Lagos. Shooting Stars’ struggles continued as they lost 2-0 away to Kun Khalifat.
NPFL Friday’s action produced six goals as Katsina United defeated Enyimba 4-2 in an entertaining contest.
On Saturday, 10 man Ranchers Bees drew 0=0 at home against Niger Tornadoes. Ikorodu City also finished strongly, beating Kwara United 2-0 to bring NPFL Match Day 8 to a close.
