TheCable

Fifteen goals were scored in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) games played this weekend. 

TheCable takes a look at how teams fared across various venues on matchday 20 of the NPFL campaign.

Niger Tormadoes 1-0 Dakkada

Jonas Emmanuel’s debut goal for Niger Tornadoes helped the solid miners defeat Dakkada at home.

Enyimba 2-0 Wikki Tourists

Abel James and Victor Mbaoma’s 37th and 49th minutes goals were enough for Finidi George’s side to claim all three points at stake against Wikki Tourists at the Aba International Stadium.

Gombe United 1-0 Kano Pillars

Barnabas Daniel’s 65th minute spot-kick was the difference between Gombe and Kano Pillars at the Pantami Stadium.

Nasarawa United 2-0 Shooting Stars

Adamu Hassan and Shammasu Mohammed’s goals ensured that the Lafia-based side triumphed over Shooting Stars.

Kwara United 2-1 Remo Stars

Kwara United handed Remo Stars their sixth loss of the season with a 2-1 win over the Ikenne-based side at the Ilorin Township Stadium.

Lobi Stars 2-0 Rangers

Raphael Ayagwa and Godfrey Utim’s goals gave Lobi Stars all three points against Rangers in Makurdi.

Sunshine Stars 1-0 Plateau United

Kolade Adeniji’s 78th minute strike secured an important home win for Sunshine Stars.

MFM FC 1-0 Heartland

Micah Ojodomo’s 33rd minute goal was the difference between MFM and Heartland in Lagos.

Akwa United 1-1 Rivers

Rivers United played a 1-1 draw with Akwa United to extend their lead at the summit of the NPFL log by two points.