In a dramatic and high-stakes encounter at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Wednesday, Remo Stars showcased their championship pedigree by mounting a stunning comeback to earn a 2-2 draw against Lobi Stars in a rescheduled Matchday 30 fixture of the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season.
The thrilling encounter, which saw momentum swing from one side to another, proved pivotal for Remo Stars as they extended their lead at the summit of the NPFL table to six points. With just six games remaining in the current campaign, the Sky Blue Stars now have 61 points from 32 matches, placing them firmly ahead of second-placed Rivers United.
Lobi Stars came out firing on all cylinders, dominating the opening stages and taking a well-deserved lead through the in-form Johnmark Atule. Their early pressure was compounded when Onyekachi Okafor capitalized on defensive uncertainty to double the advantage, leaving Remo Stars stunned and seemingly out of ideas before halftime.
But the second half told a different story. Coach Daniel Ogunmodede’s halftime team talk seemed to ignite a fire in his players. Just eleven minutes after the restart, dynamic midfielder Haruna Hadi pulled one back for Remo Stars with a composed finish that gave the team renewed belief.
With the momentum now swinging in favor of the visitors, Remo Stars pressed relentlessly for an equalizer. Their hard work paid off in the 70th minute when substitute John Abah rose highest in the box to head home the crucial goal that leveled the score at 2-2.
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From that point on, it was Remo Stars who looked more likely to snatch all three points, as they continued to dominate possession and dictate the tempo. However, Lobi Stars held firm in the closing minutes to deny the visitors a famous away win.
Despite not taking all three points, the result felt like a victory for Remo Stars. Coming back from two goals down away from home in a pressure-filled title race is no easy feat, and this performance further underlines their resilience and growing reputation as one of Nigeria’s top football clubs.
With just six games left to play in the NPFL season, Remo Stars’ fate is firmly in their own hands. Their ability to respond under pressure, coupled with their consistency throughout the season, has made them strong favorites to lift what would be a historic first-ever Nigeria Premier Football League title.
As the title race heats up, fans across the country will be closely watching Ogunmodede’s side to see if they can maintain their momentum and bring glory to the club and its supporters. Remo Stars’ next fixture will be crucial, but for now, they can celebrate a hard-earned point that feels like a major step toward NPFL history.
