Kano Pillars captain, Rabiu Ali, as soon as once more proved why he stays one of the influential figures in Nigerian soccer, delivering a match-winning efficiency within the 2–1 conquer Kun Khalifat FC on Sunday in Katsina.
The 44-year-old midfield maestro—fondly referred to as “Pele”—scored each objectives for the Sai Masu Gida and was deservedly voted Followers’ Participant of the Match after one other show of management, composure, and sophistication. His brace takes him to 6 objectives this season, joint-top within the league’s scoring chart.
Kano Pillars obtained off to a flying begin when Rabiu Ali opened the scoring within the nineteenth minute. The legend curled residence an outstanding free-kick, leaving the goalkeeper rooted because the Pillars trustworthy erupted in celebration.
Kun Khalifat FC, nevertheless, responded shortly. Simply eight minutes later, Nwokorie Ebuka transformed a aim within the twenty seventh minute, bringing the sport stage at 1–1.
Within the thirty eighth minute, Ahmed Musa was fouled inside the realm, prompting the referee to award one other penalty—this time to Kano Pillars. Ali stepped up with trademark calmness, sending the goalkeeper the unsuitable solution to restore the lead.
From there, the Sai Masu Gida managed the sport fantastically, sustaining self-discipline and management to see out a hard-fought however deserved victory.
A Legend Nonetheless Dominating
With six objectives already this season, Rabiu Ali continues to defy age and expectations, proving he stays one of many NPFL’s most dependable big-moment gamers.
His affect, expertise, and match-winning means had been once more on full show—one other reminder of his iconic standing in Kano Pillars historical past.
