Finidi George guided Rivers United to a vital 1-0 away win against Niger Tornadoes in Matchday 8 game of the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL on Monday.
With a goal from Seiyefa Jackson in the 47th minute against the Niger Tornadoes, Rivers United’s unbeaten streak grew to eight games.
The team led by Finidi George won a vital away game in Minna by a single goal, taking the lead in the standings with 19 points, two points clear of second-place Remo Stars.
In a thrilling six-goal match, Ikorodu City FC, leading by a group of coaches, made their debut and added to the problems facing Daniel Amokachi’s Lobi Stars.
At the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, the Oga Boys overcame the Pride of Benue 4-2 in a thrilling game.
Rangers International held Akwa United to a goalless draw in Uyo, while Shooting Stars Sports Club in Ibadan got back on track with a narrow 1-0 victory over Katsina United.