NPFL: 10-man Abia Warriors move third with win in Owerri as Rivers United leave it late to beat Ikorodu City
Abia Warriors moved to third place after getting an away win in Owerri in their Nigeria Premier Football League match day 30 while second place sustained a chase to the top with a late strike to beat Ikorodu City in Port Harcourt, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The Umuahia Landlords defeated the Naze Millionaires 0-1 to earn a vital win in their season-opening match at the Dan Ayam Stadium in Owerri.
Despite an attempt by the visitors that hit the post, the hosts came closer to scoring, having two well-taken attempts saved by Sharp Uzoigwe in the first half.
The visitors were down to a man following the sending off of Emmanuel Ogbuagu after a second yellow card in the 57th minute.
However, the Warriors remained compact, getting the goal after 80 minutes of play through Ojonugwa Adejoh's well-hit free kick which sealed the win.
In Rivers, Stephen Manyo scored for Rivers Utd inside 7 added minutes to beat Ikorodu City at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.
Goals from Ayodeji Bamidele on 38 minutes, Anthony Okachi penalty on 45 minutes, and Samuel Okon's 77 minutes goal gave Shooting Stars the win over Niger Tornadoes despite Sunday Williams pulling one back for the visitors on 65 minutes.
Katsina United defeated El-Kanemi Warriors 3-0 at the Muhammadu Diko Stadium courtesy of goals by Moses Achare 39', Lukman Bello's penalty 72' (PEN,) and Taofeek Ahmed 76'.
Uche Dozie
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