NPFL: Katsina United halt Rangers'fine form in 7-goal thriller

Published on: 08 April 2024

It was a pulsating encounter between Katsina United and Rangers International in the Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 30 encounter on Sunday the Northerners ended the Enugu side's unbeaten run, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

An end to end match at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina ended 4-3 in favour of the Changi Boys as the Flying Antelopes' 10 games unbeaten run came to a halt.

Azeez Falolu with a header opened the score for Katsina United after assist by Chidera Eze on 5 minute, but Rangers responded with Isaac Saviour equalising 5 minutes later.

Michael Ibe restored the hosts' lead on 16 minute, but Godwin Obaje brought the visitors on level terms in quick succession.

Ibe scored again on 45 minute to make sure United take the win in the first half with a 3-2 score line.

Andrew Idoko doubled the lead 5 minutes into the first half in what later became the decider as Joel Odoh pulled one back for Rangers, but it only became a consolation after 90 minutes.

Katsina United are 6th with 44 points after the win while Rangers International are still top of the log, but lead second place Lobi Stars on goal difference.

 

By Uche Dozie

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