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Rangers International reclaimed top spot on the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table, despite a 0-0 home draw against Barau FC while Rivers United lost 2-0 to Warri Wolves on an exciting Match Day 33.
The home side entered the match looking to bounce back from a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Shooting Stars in their previous outing. However, Barau FC proved to be a tough nut to crack.
Rangers dominated possession for long periods. Despite several close calls and a late surge of pressure, the Barau FC defense remained disciplined and secured a vital point away from home.
Warri Wolves 2-0 Rivers United
Rivers United dropped to second position on the NPFL table following a 2-0 defeat to Warri Wolves in Ozoro.
Igbunu Evwierhurhoma opened the scoring for Wolves from the penalty spot in the 12th minute.
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Warri Wolves then extended its lead when Othuke Egbo scored the second just before regulation time.
Remo Stars1-0 Shooting Stars
Holders Remo Stars beat Shooting Stars 1-0 in a keenly contested South West derby in Ikenne on Sunday.
Samuel Anakwe netted the decisive goal four minutes after the break, beating the goalkeeper in the box after a brilliant run down the left and a dummy by Victor Mbaoma.
Remo Stars moved to 17th position on the table with 40 points following the hard-earned win, while Shooting Stars are in 5th place on 50 points.
Match Day 33 NPFL Results
Wikki Tourist 2-2 Enyimba FC
Kwara United 3-0 El-Kanemi Warriors
Remo Stars 1-0 Shooting Stars
Rangers International 0-0 Barau FC
Katsina United 1-0 Niger Tornadoes
Kano Pillars 4-0 Bendel Insurance
Warri Wolves 2-0 Rivers United
Nasarawa United 0-1 Kun Khalifat FC.
