Remo Stars climbed back to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table after a hard-fought 2-0 win against Bayelsa United in a Matchday 18 encounter on Sunday.
The Lagos-based side secured the three points courtesy of two late goals from Malik J., who found the net in the 84th and 88th minutes to break the deadlock.
The forward’s heroics ensured a crucial victory for Remo Stars as they continue their push for the NPFL title.
The game, held at the Remo Stars Stadium, was evenly contested for much of the 90 minutes, with both teams displaying strong defensive organization.
However, Malik J. capitalized on lapses in the Bayelsa defense late in the match, delivering a clinical finish to seal the win and send the home fans into raptures.
Other Results from Sunday:
-Abia Warriors 2-0 Ikorodu City: The Warriors maintained their fine form with a comfortable victory, keeping their hopes of a strong finish alive.
-Nasarawa United 1-1 Rivers United: The reigning champions dropped points on the road as a spirited Nasarawa side held them to a draw.
-Rangers Int’l 0-1 Shooting Stars: A first-half strike from Shooting Stars stunned the home crowd in Enugu, earning the visitors a valuable away win
- Kwara United 1-0 Katsina United: Kwara United edged past Katsina United in Ilorin with a solitary goal to secure a vital three points.
NPFL Table Outlook:
With this result, Remo Stars now sit atop the NPFL standings, reaffirming their position as strong contenders for the league title. However, the title race remains wide open with several teams still in contention as the season approaches its final stretch.