NPFL: Enyimba host Rivers United on Sunday as Remo Stars demolish Kano Pillars

NPFL: Enyimba host Rivers United on Sunday as Remo Stars demolish Kano Pillars

It will be a clash of giants at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba as the defending champion of NPFL host Rivers United.

Enyimba head coach Olanrewaju Yemi is expected to return to the team’s bench for the clash with Rivers United.

Yemi has been away in Scotland, where he is undergoing his UEFA B training course.

The young tactician arrived in the country from Scotland on Friday.

The former MFM assistant coach has been put in charge of the Peoples Elephant until the end of the season.

Former handler of the team, Finidi George has taken charge as Super Eagles head coach.

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title holders will host Rivers United at the Enyimba International Stadium on Sunday.

Elsewhere, Remo Stars moved to second place in the Nigeria Premier Football League table following a 2-1 victory over Kano Pillars.

Ahmed Akinwale gave Remo Stars the lead in the sixth minute.

The hosts fought back, with Musa Salisu equalising three minutes after the break.

Nduka Junior scored the winning goal deep into stoppage time.

At the Pantami Township Stadium, Doma United recorded a 1-0 victory over Lobi Stars.

Musa Usman scored the decisive goal three minutes before the half-hour mark.