The game which had the Super Eagles head coach in presence went in favour of the host. During the 35-round game that began today with two matches featured, Akwa United grabbed a win through an extra minutes goal from Leo Ezekiel who was subbed on at the 90th minute, sealing all three points for the Promise Keepers. A result which has favoured Rivers, who have not even played their game in the round of 35.
Rivers United are currently on 71 points after 34 games, they have scored the most goals (59) and have conceded the fewest (19) this season meanwhile, Plateau United has 61 points after game 35, which implies they cannot acquire more than 9 points should they even win all their games left.
The golden boot race is still in the contest between four forwards, Victor Mboama (16) goals, Chijioke Aluneto (16) goals, Yusuf Abdulazeez (15) goals and Rafiu Kayode (14) goals.
The survival from the relegation zone has tightened up with Dakadda FC and Heartland of Owerri on 40 points respectively with both spotted in 18th and 19th position. Katsina United are in 17th place with 42 points, while MFM sits at the bottom of the table with 36 points.
