Rivers United and Nasarawa United draw 1-1 in NPFL fixture

Rivers United and Nasarawa United played to a 1-1 draw during a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday four fixture at the Lafia City Stadium. Rivers United took the lead in the 66th minute following an own goal by Nasarawa United defender Harrison Ebah.

Nasarawa United equalized six minutes before the end of the match when Musa Yakubu converted a penalty after Habibu Alakija was fouled in the box.

Following the match, Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George expressed satisfaction with the away point despite the late concession, noting that his team defended too deep in the closing stages. Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut expressed frustration over the result, citing missed opportunities and claiming the team was denied three penalties during the game.