NPFL Matchday Drama: Shooting Stars Falter Again As Remo Hit the Summit
Shooting Stars’ struggles at home continued on Matchday 3 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) as they were held 1–1 by Ikorodu City in Ibadan. Sodiq Ibrahim’s early strike gave the hosts hope, but Home-Based Eagles striker Shola Adelani levelled just before half-time to leave the terraces deflated.
Elsewhere, Remo Stars climbed to the top of the table after Samson Olasupo’s 76th-minute winner sealed victory over Warri Wolves.
Rangers also registered their first win of the season, beating Sporting Lagos 2–0 in Enugu, while newcomers Wikki Tourists stunned Abia Warriors on home turf.
Bayelsa United’s unbeaten run ended in Lafia, with Niger Tornadoes edging them 1–0, as Azeez Falolu’s late strike gave Katsina United derby bragging rights over Kano Pillars.
Enyimba were frustrated in Aba, failing to break down Nasarawa United despite dominating.
In Ilorin, Kwara United cruised past struggling Kun Khalifa with goals from John Mark Atule and Obiorah.
Rivers United also held El-Kanemi Warriors to extend their impressive away record.
The early-season table is already taking shape — and the drama is only just beginning.
