Akwa United extended their lead at the top of the Nigeria Professional Football League table with a 1-0 win over title contenders Enyimba to go five points clear of second-placed Nasarawa United with six games to the end of the season. Charles Atshimene scored the only goal of the encounter from the penalty spot in the 89th minute as the Promise Keepers moved closer to winning their first domestic league title in their 25-year history. River United moved closer to picking a continental ticket with a 2-1 win over Warri Wolves. Dakkada FC, Jigawa Golden Stars and Lobi Stars pipped Heartland, Plateau United and Adamawa United 1-0 respectively. Enugu Rangers, FC IfeanyiUbah and Abia Warriors beat Wikki Tourists, Nasarawa United and Kwara United 2-1 respectively, while MFM played a goalless draw against Katsina United in Lagos.

Source: Punch July 12, 2021 00:28 UTC