Former Kebbi United striker Kabir Abdullahi followed up on his brace against Heartland FC last week to give Rivers United full points on the road at Lobi Stars tonight.
Abdullahi’s late winner gave Rivers United their second straight win of the new NPFL season.
Rivers United are unbeaten on seven points after three rounds of matches.
In today’s other game, visiting El Kanemi Warriors edged past Nasarawa United 4-3.
Anas Yusuf notched a hat-trick for Nasarawa.
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Super Eagles hit the gym in Rwanda
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Super Eagles winger Moses Simon decides on future
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