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NPFL MD 10: Drama, Upsets, and Thrills as Remo Stars Rise to the Top

By Kola Daniel

Match Day 10 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered excitement and surprises, with significant results impacting the league standings. 

In this report, ckdmedia.ng provides a comprehensive review of the Match Day 10, with 10 games across the federation.

Remo Stars emerged as the new table toppers, displacing Rivers United after a day filled with dramatic upsets and standout performances.

The Sky Blues continued their strong run, securing a slim but crucial victory at home in Ikenne, deepening the troubles for Lobi Stars’ coach as his team’s struggles persist.

In a thrilling Oriental Derby in Umuahia, Coach Emmanuel Amuneke led his Heartland FC to their first away win as the Naze Millionaires defeated Abia Warriors 0-2 on their home turf. 

This victory was particularly notable as Abia Warriors had secured an impressive away win last week.

Bendel Insurance also grabbed headlines with their away victory, defeating Sunshine Stars 1-2 in Akure. Under the guidance of Coach Monday Odigie, Bendel Insurance showed resilience, claiming all three points to rise to 11th and leaving Sunshine FC disappointed as their home advantage failed to shine through.

In Lagos, Ikorodu United showcased an impressive return to form by beating high-flying Rivers United 2-0, ending the visitors’ unbeaten run in emphatic fashion.

Meanwhile, Rangers proved their mettle with a strong second-half display to defeat visiting Nasarawa United by two goals, reinforcing their dominance.

In another fiercely contested encounter, the under-pressure Promise Keepers of Akwa United kept their promise to their fans, securing a vital 2-1 win over a determined Kwara United. Kwara United now faces a crucial fixture as they head to Lafia to battle Nasarawa United.

As it stands, the top four teams in the NPFL include Remo Stars, Rivers United, Enyimba, and the unbeaten El Kanemi Warriors, showcasing a fierce battle for the title. wwwckdmedia.ng report.

Meanwhile, the bottom four are Ikorodu City, Bayelsa United, Akwa United, and Lobi Stars, who are all fighting to avoid relegation.

Match Day 10 showcased the fierce competitiveness of the NPFL, setting the stage for more intense battles as the race for the title and survival begins to shape up.