The Nigeria Professional Football League board faces a crucial decision following the disruptions that occurred during Sunday’s matchday 35 clash between Rangers and Enyimba.
This top-of-the-table match was intensely contested, as both teams were aware that a victory would significantly enhance their title hopes.
The chaos began when the referee awarded Rangers a penalty in the dying moments of stoppage time.
Enyimba’s players and officials vehemently protested the call, ultimately walking off the pitch in frustration.
Their fans later stormed the field, expressing their outrage over the referee’s decision.
The match was subsequently halted with the score locked at 0-0.
In another encounter, Remo Stars’ title hopes took a hit as they suffered a 3-2 defeat against Lobi Stars in Lafia.
Christian Izuchukwu opened the scoring for the hosts in the sixth minute, and Chinedu Chukwu doubled the lead seven minutes before halftime.
Sikiru Alimi pulled one back for Remo Stars two minutes before the break.
Stanley Oganbor extended Lobi Stars’ lead five minutes from full time.
Chukwu’s own goal two minutes from the end made for a tense conclusion to the game.
