The 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season kicked off with a thrilling round of matches and unexpected outcomes, setting the stage for an exciting campaign.
Remo Stars, Enyimba, and Kano Pillars were the standout teams on Matchday One, each securing crucial victories.
Remo Stars started their season in commanding fashion with a 2-0 win against Abia Warriors. Super Eagles defender Sodiq Ismael scored early in the second half, while Fatokun added a second goal to ensure all three points for the away side.
Enyimba returned from an early setback in their Southeast derby against Heartland FC. After Heartland took the lead, Ihemekwele I. leveled the score just two minutes after being subbed on. Clinton Jeptha then took charge, scoring twice to lead Enyimba to a 3-1 comeback victory.
Here are the full NPFL Matchday One results:
– Rangers 0-0 El Kanemi
– Abia Warriors 0-2 Remo Stars
– Insurance 0-0 Rivers United
– Heartland 1-3 Enyimba
– Kano Pillars 3-0 Ikorodu City
– Kwara United 1-2 Niger Tornadoes
– Nasarawa United 1-1 Shooting Stars
– Plateau United 1-0 Katsina United
– Sunshine Stars 3-0 Bayelsa United
Sunshine Stars dominated their home fixture, easily dispatching Bayelsa United with a 3-0 victory, much to the delight of their supporters.
Kano Pillars also impressed with a comfortable 3-0 win over newly promoted Ikorodu City, while Nasarawa United and Shooting Stars battled to a 1-1 draw.
In other notable results, Bendel Insurance and Rivers United played to a goalless draw, while Plateau United earned a narrow 1-0 win over Katsina United, with Olawale Doyeni scoring the first goal of the new season. Niger Tornadoes rounded out the action with a hard-fought 2-1 away victory over Kwara United.
With an electrifying start to the NPFL season, teams have already shown their quality and hunger for success. Fans can look forward to more intense competition, stunning performances, and surprising results as the season progresses.
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