Match Report
Nasarawa United claimed a 4-1 victory over Rivers United in the Npfl. Before the match, Nasarawa United were 6th in the Npfl table with Rivers United in 2nd. Rivers United have the edge in previous meetings (2021–2026), with 4 wins from 7 games. Nasarawa United had scored 37 goals this season (1.0 per game), Rivers United had 44 (1.2 per game). Nasarawa United's goals came from Abubakar Abdullahi (6'), Victor Chimezie (15'), Oluka Ngei (3'), Istifanus Jofrank (59'); Rivers United scored through Taiwo Abdulrafiu (25'). Match stats: possession 46%-54%, shots 19-13, on target 9-4, corners 7-10. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
The matchup in the Npfl brings together Nasarawa United and Rivers United at Lafia Township Stadium.
The standings read 6th (Nasarawa United, 56 points) against 2nd (Rivers United, 67 points).
Nasarawa United hold 2 wins in this fixture since 2021, against 4 for Rivers United, with 1 draw in 7 meetings.
It ended 4-1 in Nasarawa United's favour.
Goal scorers
Nasarawa United: Abubakar Abdullahi (6'), Victor Chimezie (15'), Oluka Ngei (3'), Istifanus Jofrank (59') · Rivers United: Taiwo Abdulrafiu (25')
Key stats
Possession: Nasarawa United 46% · Rivers United 54% · Total shots: 19-13 · On target: 9-4 · Corners: 7-10