2026/27 NPFL: Enyimba’s Relegation Fears Grow After Seventh Defeat
Enyimba suffered their seventh defeat of the NPFL27 season after losing 1-0 to Ranchers Bees, leaving the former champions in the relegation zone following Sunday’s matches.
Chiedozie Jude Okorie scored the only goal in the 42nd minute to give Ranchers Bees all three points. The defeat leaves Enyimba 18th on the table, with their seven losses joint-most by any club this season.
Nasarawa United produced one of the day’s biggest comebacks, recovering from an early setback to beat Plateau United 3-1 and climb to third.
Nenrot Silas put Plateau United ahead in the 11th minute, but Alao Danbani struck twice in four minutes, scoring in the 63rd and 67th minutes to turn the contest around. Joefrank Istifanus added a third in the 87th minute to seal the victory.
The match was also a milestone occasion for Nasarawa United’s Harrison Ebah, who made his 100th appearance in the NPFL.
Bendel Insurance moved up to second after coming from behind to defeat Niger Tornadoes 2-1 in Benin City. Aliyu Mohammed gave the visitors the lead from the penalty spot in the 36th minute, but Jonathan James equalised in first-half stoppage time before John Taiwo scored a dramatic winner in the 90th minute.
Rangers International and Barau FC also enjoyed home victories, completing a strong day for the hosts. The other two fixtures in Abia and Warri ended in draws, as five home teams collected maximum points.
