Matchday 31 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered another round of intense action, with Remo Stars boosting their survival hopes, Ikorodu City forced to settle for a draw, and Rangers International climbing to the top of the standings.
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Remo Stars produced one of the standout performances of the round, defeating Kwara United 3-1 in a vital encounter.
The victory provides a significant lift in their bid to steer clear of relegation trouble as the season enters a decisive phase.
Rangers International continued their strong push for the title with a comfortable 2-0 win over El-Kanemi Warriors, a result that sees them move to the summit of the league table temporarily pending Rivers United outcome away to Nasarawa United on Monday.
Ten men Ikorodu City were held to an entertaining 2-2 draw by Kun Khalifat, denying the Oga boys to claim maximum points despite a spirited display.
Elsewhere, Kano Pillars impressed with a 2-0 victory over Enyimba, while Katsina United edged Shooting Stars 1-0. Plateau United also recorded a narrow 1-0 win against Bayelsa United.
Two fixtures ended without goals, as Wikki Tourists played out a goalless draw with Barau FC, while Wolves and Bendel Insurance also shared the spoils in a 0-0 stalemate.
Matchday 31 Results at a Glance
Saturday
Wikki Tourists 0-0 Barau FC
Sunday’s Results
Katsina United 1-0 Shooting Stars
Remo Stars 3-1 Kwara United
Rangers International 2-0 El-Kanemi Warriors
Kano Pillars 2-0 Enyimba
Plateau United 1-0 Bayelsa United
Wolves 0-0 Bendel Insurance
Kun Khalifat 2-2 Ikorodu City
Monday’s Fixture
Nasarawa vs Rivers United
Abia Warriors vs Niger Tornadoes
