NPFL'23: Abia Warriors take all points in the first oriental derby of the season

Abia Warriors of Umuahia got to a fine start in their first 2022/2023 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL game with an emphatic win over Rangers of Enugu at the Awka City Stadium on Sunday.

A goal in each half got the Red side of Abia on a high as they defeated seven-time champions, Rangers by two goals to nil

Bello Lukman headed home the first goal four minutes before the end of the first half after a well delivered cross by Kalu Nweke.

The Flying Antelopes pushed for an equaliser at the resumption of the second phase, but crucial saves by Femi Thomas in the second half ensured the Warriors were in the lead.

Monday Yakubu sealed the win at 90 plus three minutes additional time with a rebound.

Abia Warriors will host Bayelsa United at the Umuahia Township Stadium for their next league game on Wednesday.

While Rangers International will travel to the North for their clash against Lobi Stars.

Uche Dozie