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The race for the first-half champions of the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has come down to a fierce contest between Remo Stars and Rivers United, with both teams level on points as the first round concludes this weekend across 10 centres.
Currently, Remo Stars lead the table on goal difference, with both teams sitting on 33 points from 18 games. The Sky Blue Stars will clinch the halfway title if they manage to secure a convincing win over Akwa United in Ikenne tomorrow. However, they could lose the top spot if Rivers United outperforms them with a margin of more than two goals in their Monday fixture against Plateau United in Port Harcourt.
Meanwhile, Enyimba and several other clubs are still involved in rescheduled matches due to the People’s Elephant’s continental commitments.
In other fixtures, Bayelsa United will aim to break free from the relegation zone as they host Abia Warriors in Yenagoa. Both teams are tied on 24 points, with Bayelsa United currently in ninth place. Abia Warriors, in tenth, will seek to climb above their hosts with a surprise victory at the Samson Siasia Stadium.
Key Matches:
- Remo Stars vs Akwa United (Ikenne)
- Rivers United vs Plateau United (Port Harcourt)
- Bayelsa United vs Abia Warriors (Yenagoa)
