NPFL Matchday 34: Remo Stars Edge Out Kano Pillars in Thrilling Encounter

In an exciting matchday 34 fixture of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Remo Stars secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Kano Pillars.

The game kicked off with a swift start for Remo Stars, as Ahmed Akinyele headed home a flick-on by Nduka Junior in the 6th minute, following a precise freekick from Habib Yakubu.

Kano Pillars responded in the 48th minute with an equalizer from Mustapha Salisu, setting the stage for a tense second half.

The decisive moment came deep into stoppage time, in the 90+9th minute, when Remo Stars captain Nduka Junior capitalized on a goalkeeper blunder to calmly finish and secure the win for his team.

With this victory, Remo Stars climb to second place on the league table with 59 points, keeping their title hopes alive. Meanwhile, Kano Pillars remain 10th with 47 points.