Remo Stars claimed the top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standings after securing a convincing 2-0 victory over Kano Pillars on Sunday.
Goals from Sodiq Ismail and Franck Mawuena sealed the win for Remo Stars, propelling them to nine points from their first three matches.
The win was a proof of Remo Stars’ determination and teamwork, showcasing their impressive start to the season.
Coach Daniel Ogunmodede’s tactics have paid off, and the team’s cohesion has yielded positive results.
This victory demonstrates Remo Stars’ intent to dominate the NPFL this season.
In other NPFL fixtures, Niger Tornadoes also enjoyed success on the road, defeating Plateau United 2-1.
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Meanwhile, Sunshine Stars and Heartland FC struggled to impress in front of their home fans. Sunshine Stars were held to a scoreless draw by Abia Warriors, while Katsina United secured a 0-0 draw against Heartland.
Heartland, under the guidance of coach Emmanuel Amuneke, remains winless after three rounds of matches. This draw adds pressure on Amuneke to deliver results and turn the team’s fortunes around.
Remo Stars celebrate after the second goal at Kano pillars
With the NPFL being highly competitive, Heartland cannot afford to fall further behind.
The NPFL standings now show Remo Stars leading with nine points from three matches. Other teams will be looking to close the gap and challenge Remo Stars’ lead.
The upcoming fixtures promise to bring even more excitement and drama to the league.
Key Results:
– Remo Stars 2-0 Kano Pillars
– Plateau United 1-2 Niger Tornadoes
– Sunshine Stars 0-0 Abia Warriors
– Heartland 0-0 Katsina United
The NPFL continues to heat up, and fans eagerly await the next round of fixtures. Will Remo Stars maintain their lead, or will other contenders rise to challenge them?
The NPFL season is shaping up to be an enthralling ride. Follow Score Nigeria for the latest NPFL news, updates, and analysis.
