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| <br>Abia Warriors secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Enugu Rangers in the Oriental Derby, climbing into the NPFL’s top four. Antoine Ijoma’s 43rd minute strike proved decisive, moving the Umuahia-based side to fourth place with 39 points from 25 matches. | |||||
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| <br>Niger Tornadoes overcame an early setback to beat Heartland, while four matches ended in draws. Sunshine Stars shared points with Kano Pillars 1-1, Akwa United held Rivers United to a 1-1 draw, Bayelsa United and Nasarawa [United played](http://wiki.die-karte-bitte.de/index.php/Benutzer_Diskussion:FidelLack08) out a 2-2 thriller, and Bendel Insurance secured a goalless draw at El Kanemi Warriors. | |||||
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| <br>Two matches remain in the round: [table-toppers Remo](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-culture/) Stars will host Kwara United, while Katsina United take on Enyimba. | |||||
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| <br>Abia Warriors’ victory over Enugu Rangers sends a strong statement in the NPFL title race. Breaking into the top four at this stage of the season is a significant achievement, and their ability to grind out results will be key in their quest for a high finish. | |||||
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| <br>Elsewhere, Lobi Stars, playing without head coach Daniel Amokachi, were denied a win as Shooting Stars fought back to earn a 2-2 draw in Ibadan. Ikorodu City also staged a comeback, defeating Plateau United 2-1 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos, with Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle watching from the stands. | |||||
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| <br>For the Rangers, this loss is a setback in their title defence. Having previously looked strong, [slipping](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/interviews/radio-presenter-apologizes-for-match-fixing-claims-on-shooting-stars/) out of the top four could impact their confidence. They must now refocus quickly to avoid further setbacks. | |||||
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| <br> will also be frustrated after letting a win slip in Ibadan. Meanwhile, Ikorodu City’s comeback victory, witnessed by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, is a reminder that the NPFL remains one of the most unpredictable leagues in Africa. | |||||
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| <br>With [crucial fixtures](https://wikibuilding.org/index.php?title=User:AlphonsoLigon9) still to come, teams fighting for the title and [survival](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/player-health-and-injuries/) must bring their best performances to avoid losing ground. The race for NPFL supremacy is heating up. | |||||
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| <br>Did You Know? | |||||
| Abia Warriors have now won consecutive home matches without conceding a goal. | |||||
| Antoine Ijoma’s goal was his third of the season, making him Abia Warriors’ joint-top scorer. | |||||
| Ikorodu City’s victory was their second comeback win in three matches. | |||||
| Shooting Stars have drawn four of their last six matches, struggling to convert leads into wins. | |||||
| Enugu Rangers have [dropped](https://ashwoodvalleywiki.com/index.php?title=User:KarryNaugle1866) out of the NPFL top four for the first time this season. | |||||
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