The highly anticipated clash between two of the Nigeria Premier Football League’s (NPFL) heavyweights ended in a stalemate, as Rivers United and Enyimba FC played out a 1-1 draw, at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
The game began with high intensity, as both teams looked to establish dominance in the midfield. However, Enyimba opened the scoring in the 28th minute through Abiodun Joseph.
Rivers United, playing in front of their home fans, restored parity two minutes before halftime courtesy of a strike by Aniekeme Okon.
Neither side could find the decisive blow to secure all three points, ultimately settling for a point apiece.
The result leaves both sides reflecting on missed opportunities in what was a high-octane encounter at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium.
Sunday’s NPFL results
Katsina United 0-0 Rangers
Abia Warriors 1-0 Kwara United
Kano Pillars 3-0 El-Kanemi Warriors
Plateau United 4-1 Shooting Stars
Kun Khalifat FC 2-0 Niger Tornadoes
Rivers United 1-1 Enyimba
Ikorodu City 1-1 Bayelsa United
Nasarawa United 1-0 Bendel Insurance.
