Rivers United reclaimed the highest spot within the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) desk with a slim 1-0 victory over Abia Warriors on the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
Ndifreke Effiong scored the decisive objective from the penalty spot within the 58th minute, securing all three factors for the Satisfaction of Rivers. The consequence sees Rivers United, led by former Tremendous Eagles head coach Finidi George, leapfrog Remo Stars on the summit of the league desk.
Remo Stars slipped to second place after a disappointing 2-0 defeat away to Katsina United.
After 13 matches, Rivers United now sit atop the standings with 25 factors, whereas Remo Stars are second with 23 factors. The league’s midway stage is heating up as groups battle for supremacy within the NPFL.
Rivers United will look to take care of their momentum of their subsequent fixture as they purpose to solidify their place as title contenders.
