Explosive Weekend Action as Ikorodu City Hold Top Spot Amid Thrilling Results.

NPFL

NPFL Matchday 16 delivered drama, goals, and upsets across Nigeria, with Enugu Rangers dismantling Bayelsa United 4-1 and Remo Stars captain Victor Mbaoma inspiring a hard-fought 2-1 win over Enyimba, as reported by Sportblits.com.

Rangers Run Riot in Enugu

At the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Rangers asserted dominance early and never relented. Chidozie Iwundu struck twice—first in the 10th minute, then the 17th—to set the tone.

Kenechukwu Agu made it 3-0 in the 33rd, before Chimobi Igwilo completed the rout. Bayelsa United’s Issah Yusuf pulled one back in the 22nd, but it proved mere consolation.

The Flying Antelopes now sit fourth with 25 points from 16 games, closing in on the top three.

Mbaoma’s Masterclass Sinks Enyimba in Abeokuta

In a pulsating clash, Remo Stars skipper Victor Mbaoma haunted his former club Enyimba. The striker glanced in Chigozie Chilekwu’s low cross in the 3rd minute for an early lead.

Enyimba equalized in the 32nd via Edidiong, set up by Chidera’s flank run. But just before halftime, Mbaoma rose to head home Haruna Hadi’s free-kick, restoring Remo’s advantage.

The hosts held firm despite late pressure, with Mbaoma exiting to a standing ovation after Adam Goita replaced him. Remo Stars climb to ninth with 22 points.

Other Matchday 16 Highlights

  • Kwara United 2–0 Niger Tornadoes: Bright Babatunde (15′) and an own goal (37′).
  • Kano Pillars 2–1 Kun Khalifat: Rabiu Ali brace, including a penalty.
  • Plateau United 1–0 Warri Wolves: Own goal; late red cards for Vincent Temitope and Gift David (86′).
  • Abia Warriors 1–1 Rivers United: Suraju Lawal’s stoppage-time equalizer.
  • Wikki Tourist 0–0 Ikorodu City: Leaders held.
  • El-Kanemi Warriors 0–0 Barau.

Current NPFL Standings

  1. Ikorodu City – 28 points
  2. Nasarawa United – 27 points
  3. Rivers United – 27 points
  4. Rangers – 25 points
  5. Remo Stars – 22 points
  6. Bayelsa United – 20 points

Upcoming Fixtures

Matchday 16 concludes today (Monday):

  • Katsina United vs Bendel Insurance
  • Nasarawa United vs Shooting Stars

Matchday 17 (December 13–14):

  • Bendel Insurance vs Rangers
  • Barau vs Shooting Stars
  • Bayelsa United vs Remo Stars
  • Enyimba vs Kwara United
    …and more.

Rescheduled Games:

  • Rivers United vs Plateau United – Wednesday (Jos)
  • Barau vs Rivers United – December 18 (Kano, Round 5)

The NPFL title race heats up—Ikorodu City lead, but Rangers, Nasarawa, and Rivers United are in hot pursuit.