Matchday 13 of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season saw a mix of exciting victories, draws, and a postponed fixture.
Six matches ended in victories, highlighting the competitiveness of the league. However, no away team managed to secure a win, with three matches ending in draws. One of the most notable draws was the four-goal thriller between Kano Pillars and Lobi Stars.
The match between Enyimba and Sunshine Stars was postponed due to Enyimba’s CAF Confederation Cup commitments.
Kwara United’s 3-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance was a standout result, with the latter’s victory fueled by a lapse in concentration from the Kwara United defense.
Overall, Matchday 13 provided plenty of excitement and drama, showcasing the unpredictability of the NPFL season.
Below are the results of the NPFL matchday 13:
Saturday, November 23
El-Kanemi Warriors Vs Akwa United
1-0
Niger Tornadoes Vs Ikorodu City
0-0
Bendel Vs Kwara United
3-1
Enyimba Vs Sunshine Stars
Postponed
Lobi Stars Vs Kano Pillars
2-2
Heartland Vs Enugu Rangers
0-0
Sunday, November 24
Katsina United Vs Remo Stars
2-0
Plateau United Vs Nasarawa United
2-0
Rivers United Vs Abia Warriors
1-0
Shooting Stars Vs Bayelsa United
1-0
Table Standings:
After the NPFL matchday 13 games, Rivers United returned to the top of the league table with 25 points in 13 games. Remo Stars are currently two points behind, third-placed El-Kanemi Warriors are three points behind, and fourth-placed Enyimba alongside 5th placed Enugu Rangers are five points below the top spot.
In the relegation zone, 20th-placed Nasarawa United, 19th-placed Bendel Insurance, and 18th-placed Akwa United are in 12 points in 13 games, while 17th-placed Lobi Stars currently have 13 points in 13 games.
