Match Report
NPFL MatchDay 8 RoundUp: Plateau United Thrash Kano Pillars as Rangers survive Late Scare
NPFL Review
October 12, 2026
4d agoThe Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered another exciting round of football on Sunday, October 11, as Matchday 8 featured goals, comebacks and crucial points in the title race.
Plateau United recorded the biggest victory, thrashing Kano Pillars 4-0, while Sporting Lagos came from behind to defeat Bendel Insurance 2-1. League leaders Rangers International rescued a late draw against Barau FC.
1. Sporting Lagos 2-1 Bendel Insurance
Venue: Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos
Bendel Insurance stunned the hosts with Kayode Oke's goal just 18 seconds into the match, reportedly the fastest goal of the NPFL season.
Sporting Lagos responded through Victor Samuel in the 14th minute before Gafar Olaniyan completed the comeback in the 22nd minute.
Talking Point: Sporting Lagos showed resilience to overcome an early setback and secure all three points.
2. Plateau United 4-0 Kano Pillars
Venue: New Jos Stadium
Plateau United delivered a commanding performance in Jos. Paul Samson opened the scoring in the third minute, while Ekundayo Ojo added a second before half-time.
Samuel Ayanrinde scored in the 82nd minute before Nenrot Silas completed the rout in stoppage time.
Talking Point: Plateau United sent a strong message to their rivals with an emphatic victory.
3. Abia Warriors 0-0 Rivers United
Venue: Enyimba Stadium
Abia Warriors and Rivers United settled for a goalless draw after neither side found a breakthrough.
Rivers United extended their unbeaten run but missed an opportunity to close the gap on the league leaders.
Talking Point: Rivers United maintained their consistency in the race for the top spot.
4. Kun Khalifat FC 2-0 Shooting Stars
Kun Khalifat FC claimed an important victory over Shooting Stars. Chukwuma Agor opened the scoring in the 42nd minute, while Uchechukwu Onuoha doubled the advantage in the 62nd minute.
Shooting Stars failed to respond as Kun Khalifat secured all three points.
Talking Point: Kun Khalifat made their advantage count with a disciplined performance.
5. Nasarawa United 2-0 Doma United
Venue: Lafia City Stadium
Nasarawa United secured a comfortable win over Doma United, with Sunday Dapman and Jofrank Istifanus finding the net.
The Solid Miners collected three valuable points, while Doma United left Lafia empty-handed.
Talking Point: Nasarawa United continued their push up the standings with a convincing home victory.
6. Barau FC 2-2 Rangers International
Venue: Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano
Rangers took the lead through Ifeanyi Okechukwu in the 38th minute. Barau FC fought back after the break, with Joseph Atule converting a penalty in the 56th minute before Aliyu Sugau scored another spot-kick in the 68th minute.
Just when Barau appeared set for victory, Chidiebere Nwobodo struck in stoppage time to rescue a point for Rangers.
The draw kept Rangers top of the standings with 17 points from eight matches.
Talking Point: Rangers showed character to rescue a point, while Barau were left disappointed after conceding late.
7. Warri Wolves 3-1 Inter Lagos
Venue: Southern Delta University Stadium
Warri Wolves defeated Inter Lagos 3-1, thanks to a brace from Emmanuel Aribogba.
Aribogba opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, but John Danga equalised for Inter Lagos before half-time.
Aribogba restored Warri Wolves' lead in the 49th minute before Sabastine Uche added a third to seal the victory.
Talking Point: Aribogba's brace proved decisive as Warri Wolves claimed an impressive home win.
NPFL MATCHDAY 8: ALL RESULTS
- Sporting Lagos 2-1 Bendel Insurance
- Plateau United 4-0 Kano Pillars
- Abia Warriors 0-0 Rivers United
- Kun Khalifat FC 2-0 Shooting Stars
- Nasarawa United 2-0 Doma United
- Barau FC 2-2 Rangers International
- Warri Wolves 3-1 Inter Lagos
THE BIG PICTURE
Rangers International remained top despite dropping points against Barau FC, while unbeaten Rivers United continued their pursuit of the leaders.
Plateau United dominated the headlines with their 4-0 victory, and Sporting Lagos impressed with their comeback against Bendel Insurance. Warri Wolves and Nasarawa United also secured important wins, while Kun Khalifat overcame Shooting Stars.
TipNGoal Verdict: Matchday 8 delivered early goals, dramatic comebacks, late equalisers and emphatic victories. The NPFL title race is heating up!
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