NPFL Results: Enugu Rangers Dominate Mbaoma Secures Victory for Remo Stars

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The latest round of fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) produced thrilling moments across several stadiums, with Enugu Rangers delivering one of the most dominant performances of the weekend.

According to Gossip News Now, the Flying Antelopes thrilled their supporters at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium with an impressive 4–1 triumph over Bayelsa United.

Rangers wasted little time asserting control of the match. Forward Chidozie Iwundu broke the deadlock early in the game and quickly followed up with another goal minutes later, punishing defensive errors from the visiting side.

The attacking pressure continued as Kenechukwu Agu extended the lead before halftime after finishing off a well-worked attacking move. Later in the contest, Chimobi Igwilo sealed the victory with another goal that put the match beyond Bayelsa United’s reach.

Bayelsa managed to get on the scoreboard through Issah Yusuf, but the effort proved to be only a consolation in a game largely controlled by Rangers.

The result significantly improved Rangers’ position on the league table, lifting them into the fourth spot with 25 points from 16 matches.

Elsewhere, another standout performance came from Victor Mbaoma, who delivered a decisive display as Remo Stars secured a narrow win over Enyimba in Abeokuta.

The striker struck almost immediately after kickoff, capitalizing on a cross from Chigozie Chilekwu to give Remo Stars an early advantage.

Enyimba eventually responded midway through the first half when Edidiong found the net following an attacking run initiated down the flank by Chidera.

However, Remo Stars regained the lead just before the halftime whistle when Mbaoma converted from a Haruna Hadi free kick, completing his brace and putting his team back in front.

According to Gossip News Now, Remo Stars maintained that slim 2–1 advantage until the final whistle. Mbaoma later left the pitch to loud applause from supporters as Adam Goita came on as his replacement.

Other Key Results From Matchday 16

Several other matches across the league also produced important results:

Kwara United defeated Niger Tornadoes 2–0 after Bright Babatunde opened the scoring before the visitors conceded an own goal.
Kano Pillars edged Kun Khalifat FC 2–1, with veteran midfielder Rabiu Ali scoring twice, including a penalty.
Plateau United secured a narrow 1–0 win over Warri Wolves, although the match ended dramatically with Vincent Temitope and Gift David both shown red cards late in the game.
Abia Warriors and Rivers United settled for a 1–1 draw after a late equaliser from Suraju Lawal.
Two fixtures ended without goals as Wikki Tourists held league leaders Ikorodu City, while El-Kanemi Warriors shared the points with Barau.

Current NPFL Standings Snapshot

Following the weekend’s action, the race at the top of the table remains tight.

At the summit, Ikorodu City continue to lead with 28 points, closely followed by Nasarawa United and Rivers United, both sitting on 27 points.

Enugu Rangers, boosted by their emphatic victory, occupy the fourth position with 25 points, while Remo Stars currently sit mid-table in ninth place on 22 points.

Meanwhile, Bayelsa United slipped further down the standings to 14th place with 20 points.

Fixtures Yet to Be Played

Matchday 16 will conclude with two remaining games scheduled for Monday, December 8, both kicking off at 4 p.m.:

Nasarawa United vs Shooting Stars
Katsina United vs Bendel Insurance

In addition, Rivers United still have two outstanding fixtures to complete. They are set to face Plateau United midweek before travelling to Kano for a later clash with Barau on December 18.

Commentary and Analysis

The latest NPFL round highlights the growing competitiveness of the Nigerian top flight, where only a few points separate the top contenders.

Enugu Rangers’ convincing victory suggests the club could become a serious challenger for the title if they maintain their attacking form. Meanwhile, Remo Stars’ win over a traditionally strong side like Enyimba demonstrates their increasing consistency this season.

The tight points margin between the top teams also means the upcoming fixtures could significantly reshape the standings. With several clubs still having games in hand, the race for the championship remains wide open.

As the league progresses, fans and analysts will be watching closely to see whether the early leaders can maintain their momentum or if teams like Rangers and Remo Stars will mount stronger title challenges.