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Remo Stars continued their strong Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL campaign with a 2-1 victory over Sunshine Stars, their fourth away win of the season. The win solidifies their place at the top of the table with 45 points after 22 matches, keeping them ahead of Shooting Stars, who have 36 points with two games in hand.
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Alex Oyowah opened the scoring in the 9th minute with a diving header, connecting perfectly with Sikiru Alimi’s cross. Ibrahim Abubakar doubled the lead in the 28th minute, lobbing the goalkeeper after an intelligent run and pass from Nduka Junior. Sunshine Stars pulled one back in the 67th minute and applied late pressure, but Remo’s defence held firm, thanks to strong performances from substitutes like Ibe Abdulrazaq.
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Remo Stars’ 2-1 victory over Sunshine Stars highlights a team that is not only dominant in attack but also tactically disciplined when under pressure. Early goals by Alex Oyowah and Ibrahim Abubakar demonstrated their ability to capitalize on chances and maintain control. Their defence, despite conceding in the second half, showed resilience in holding off Sunshine Stars during crucial moments of the match.
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This win is more than just three points it’s a statement. With the title race heating up, Remo Stars have proven that they can win tough games away from home. However, with Shooting Stars having two games in hand, the team must maintain this momentum and work on tightening their defence to avoid late-game scares. If they do, their first NPFL title could be within reach.
Did You Know?
Alex Oyowah’s opening goal was his third header this season, highlighting his aerial threat.
Remo Stars have [recorded](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/fan-zone/) four away wins this season, the most in the league so far.
Ibrahim Abubakar’s goal marked his fifth of the season, making him one of the team’s key scorers.
Shooting Stars, Remo’s closest challengers, have two games in hand and remain in the title hunt.
Remo Stars’ defence has conceded just one goal in their last three matches, showing improvement in their backline stability.