Sporting Lagos staged a remarkable comeback to defeat 10-man Plateau United 3-2 away from home, while Rivers United moved to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standings following the round 9 results.
The Tech Boys side overturned a 2-1 half-time deficit to secure their third away victory in five matches, extending their impressive record on the road this season.
Sporting Lagos made a flying start against Plateau United, breaking the deadlock in the 10th minute through Aliyu Baba.
Plateau United responded strongly and equalised in the 35th minute when Victor Dawa fired home from outside the penalty area.
Deep into first-half stoppage time, Dawa slot home from close range to complete his brace, handing Plateau United a 2-1 lead at the break.
However, Sporting Lagos fought back eight minutes after the restart.
Baba turned provider, slipping the ball into Victor Samuel’s path for the forward to finish at the near post and level the scores at 2-2.
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The contest took another turn in the 80th minute when Plateau United’s Alex Aghahowa received a second yellow card following a foul on Sporting Lagos midfielder Hadi Haruna.
Sporting Lagos capitalised on their numerical advantage, with Jacob Aondona firing home the winner in the 83rd minute to complete the comeback.
The victory improved Sporting Lagos’ away record to three wins, one draw and one defeat from five matches.
They also became the first team to accumulate double figures in away points this season, taking their tally to 10 (W3 D1 L1).
The result moved Sporting Lagos within two points of league leaders Rivers United and defending champions Rangers International.
Rivers United Move Top After Rain-Disrupted Draw
Rivers United climbed to the summit of the NPFL standings despite being held to a 0-0 draw by Barau FC at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium.
The encounter was suspended after 75 minutes on Sunday following heavy rainfall that left the pitch waterlogged.
The remaining minutes were completed on Monday, with neither side able to break the deadlock.
The result took Rivers United to 17 points, level with Rangers International, but ahead of the defending champions on goal difference.
Rangers were involved in continental competition during the weekend.
Nasarawa United Secure Away Victory
Nasarawa United claimed an impressive 2-0 away victory over Inter Lagos, with both goals arriving in the first half.
Kelechi Ogbodo opened the scoring before Ugochukwu Leonard doubled the visitors’ advantage to secure maximum points for the Solid Miners.
The defeat extended Inter Lagos’ difficult run in the competition.
Kano Pillars Edge Katsina United
Kano Pillars secured a narrow 1-0 victory over rivals Katsina United, courtesy of an early strike from Yahaya Ibrahim.
The goal proved decisive as Pillars held on to claim all three points.
Elsewhere, former champions Enyimba were held to a goalless draw by Warri Wolves at the Enyimba Stadium in Aba.
Niger Tornadoes Defeat Ikorodu City
Niger Tornadoes recorded a 2-1 victory over Ikorodu City, with Nafiu Obalowu and Bashir Musa finding the net.
Ikorodu City reduced the deficit through substitute Basit Ayinde, who scored after making his league debut in the previous matchday.
However, Tornadoes held on to secure the victory.
The NPFL season continues with Matchday 10 fixtures next weekend.
