Rivers United`s late goal by Sholumade tightens NPFL race, while Enyimba and Heartland secure important victories.

Rivers United secured a vital 1-0 victory over Remo Stars, closing the gap at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League. Bolu Sholumade scored the decisive goal in the 84th minute, connecting with a precise cross from Taiwo Andulrafiu. This win elevates Rivers United to 55 points, just five points behind the league leaders, Remo Stars, although they have played one more match.

Enyimba bounced back to winning form with a 2-1 victory against Abia Warriors in the Abia derby. After conceding an early goal to Antoine Ijoma, Enyimba rallied to secure the win. Meanwhile, Heartland, managed by Emmanuel Amuneke, ended a six-game winless streak with a 2-0 triumph over Kano Pillars, thanks to a brace from Samuel Agu, temporarily lifting them out of the relegation zone.

In contrast, Akwa United slipped back into the relegation zone after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Nasarawa United. The league`s top scorers include A. Yusuf of Nasarawa United with 14 goals and R. Ali of Kano Pillars with 11 goals. For more details, visit Nigeria Premier Football League and NPFL Roundup.

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