NPFL ROUNDUP: Rivers United dump Enugu Rangers, Enyimba close in at the top

Today, Rivers United made their way out of the relegation zone after a 2-0 home win over league leaders Enugu Rangers, while Enyimba stayed on course to challenge for the title after hard-fought draw at Sunshine Stars.

31 matchdays down

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Rivers United now have 37 points from 25 matches, while Sunshine Stars were sucked into the drop zone after they were held to a 1-1 draw by visiting Enyimba.

The away draw by second-placed Enyimba meant they are now two points behind Rangers.

Plateau United climbed to fourth position after a 1-0 home win over Remo Stars.

The Jos club now have 50 points from 31 matches.

Kano Pillars were comfortable 4-0 winners against bottom club Gombe United, Kwara United improved their survival hopes with a 1-0 home win against Akwa United, while Katsina United saw off Sporting Lisbon 2-0.

Veteran Rabiu Ali rolled back the years with a brace for Pillars against Gombe.