NPFL · 2026
Bayelsa United
Kwara United
Full time
Match recap
Bayelsa United secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Kwara United in a dominant NPFL clash. The hosts asserted control from the outset, stifling any offensive threat from Kwara United and creating numerous chances. An early goal set the tone, and Bayelsa continued to press, adding another before halftime to establish a comfortable lead. Kwara United struggled to gain a foothold in the match, failing to register any meaningful momentum shifts. The second half saw Bayelsa maintain their intensity, adding two more goals to complete the rout. This comprehensive win provides a significant boost for Bayelsa United in their league campaign, while Kwara United will need to regroup after a disappointing performance.
Events
- 47'Goal — P. Ebimobowei (Normal Goal)
- 60'Goal — S. Loveday (Normal Goal)
- 65'Goal — S. Wisdom (Normal Goal)
- 70'Goal — E. Ofem (Normal Goal)
Match statistics
Statistics not available for this match.
Lineups
Bayelsa United- E. Andy
- S. Loveday
- U. Williams
- G. Biriduba
- K. Ihunwo
- A. Edwin
- S. Garba
- P. Ebimobowei
- S. Wisdom
- B. Tombiri
- E. Ofem
Kwara United- S. Ayeleso
- Y. Ibrahim
- J. Gbadamosi
- M. Kabiru
- G. Abutu
- A. Shola
- P. Ozor
- T. Gidado
- B. Bright
- J. Aimufua
- A. Olanrewaju
Form
Head to head
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Standings — NPFL
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF:GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Enugu Rangers | 38 | 19 | 11 | 8 | 47:27 | 68 |
| 2 |  Rivers United | 38 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 44:31 | 67 |
| 3 |  Shooting Stars | 38 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 41:40 | 60 |
| 4 |  Ikorodu City | 38 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 43:39 | 58 |
| 5 |  Nasarawa United | 38 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 37:34 | 56 |
| 6 |  Abia Warriors | 38 | 16 | 7 | 15 | 31:34 | 55 |
| 7 |  Bendel Insurance | 37 | 13 | 14 | 10 | 43:38 | 53 |
| 8 |  Barau FC | 38 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 34:30 | 52 |
| 9 |  Katsina United | 37 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 36:38 | 52 |
| 10 |  Kano Pillars | 38 | 15 | 6 | 17 | 37:39 | 51 |
| 11 |  Plateau United | 38 | 15 | 5 | 18 | 39:40 | 50 |
| 12 | Kwara United | 38 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 35:36 | 50 |
| 13 |  Enyimba | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 44:42 | 49 |
| 14 |  Kun Khalifat FC | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 42:43 | 49 |
| 15 |  Warri Wolves | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 36:41 | 49 |
| 16 |  Niger Tornadoes | 38 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 37:36 | 48 |
| 17 |  Remo Stars | 38 | 14 | 5 | 19 | 42:47 | 47 |
| 18 |  El Kanemi Warrio | 38 | 13 | 8 | 17 | 30:46 | 47 |
| 19 | Bayelsa United | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 37:42 | 43 |
| 20 |  Wikki Tourist | 38 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 36:48 | 40 |