Rivers United, the reigning champions of the Nigeria Premier League, maintained their unbeaten run in the competition after a goalless draw against Lobi Stars on Wednesday night. The match was a tightly contested affair, with both teams keeping things tight at the back for the majority of the game.
Despite the draw, Rivers United held on to their position at the top of the league table, alongside Enyimba, with five points. Lobi Stars, on the other hand, remain at the bottom of the log with two points from three games.
The Makurdi club needs to win their remaining two games to at least pick up a continental ticket. It will be a tough task for them, but not impossible.
Rivers United, meanwhile, will face Bendel Insurance in their next match, while Lobi Stars will take on Remo Stars. Both teams will be looking to secure a win to improve their chances of progressing to the next round of the playoffs.
The Nigeria Premier League playoffs have been exciting so far, with some thrilling matches and surprising results. Fans can look forward to more thrilling action as the competition progresses.
