The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) witnessed some dramatic twists this week, with Enyimba FC’s home loss to newly promoted Sporting Lagos compounding their crisis and propelling Barau FC to the top of the table. According to Premium Times Nigeria, Sporting Lagos scored three unanswered goals in the second half to secure a 3-2 victory over the nine-time league champions at the Enyimba Stadium in Aba on Wednesday (Premium Times Nigeria, 2026).
Enyimba had taken an early lead through Chukwubuike Adamu’s first-half goal but failed to hold on, with Joseph Atule and Ibrahim Ayoola scoring for Sporting Lagos. The loss leaves Enyimba at the bottom of the league table, while Sporting Lagos sit comfortably in mid-table.
Meanwhile, Barau FC climbed to the top spot after their 2-0 victory over Abia Warriors, thanks to goals from Joseph Atule (in the 22nd minute) and Ibrahim Ayoola (one minute after the hour mark). This result takes Barau FC to […] (Daily Post Nigeria, 2026), further emphasizing the unpredictability of this year’s NPFL.
These results serve as a stark reminder that no team is invincible in the league, and every game promises excitement and suspense. The competition is heating up, with only a few games left before the season ends.
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