The Digest:
Newly-promoted Ikorodu City continue to defy expectations, climbing to third place after a 2-0 away win at Warri Wolves. Their impressive seven-match unbeaten run has positioned them as surprise contenders, just two points behind leaders Nasarawa United in a tightly packed title race.
Key Points:
- Ikorodu City secured a 2-0 away victory with first-half goals from Tomisin Adebayo and Goodluck Anuba.
- The promoted side is now unbeaten in their last seven NPFL matches.
- They sit third in the table with 21 points from 12 games, two points off the top.
- League leaders Nasarawa United were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Kwara United.
- The NPFL fined Katsina United ₦9 million and banished them to Jos after fan trouble.
- Defending champions Remo Stars lost again, falling 2-1 at Plateau United.
- Kano Pillars remain at the bottom of the table after a home draw with Bayelsa United.
Sources: Score Nigeria, The Guardian Nigeria
