EuroMatch NPFL Matchday 8: Plateau Crush Pillars, Katsina stuns Enyimba as 27 goals light up exciting weekend

The EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League 2026/27 offered another entertaining weekend as Matchday 8 produced 27 goals in 10 matches, with Plateau United, Katsina United, Nasarawa United and Ikorodu City among the teams that celebrated impressive victories.

Plateau United recorded the biggest win of the round, thrashing Kano Pillars 4-0, while Katsina United opened the weekend’s action on Friday with a thrilling 4-2 win over nine-time Nigerian champions Enyimba at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium.

Katsina’s attacking performance provided a platform for Mubarak Sani, Luis Dadong and Umar Rabiu to take center stage, and their goals helped the hosts overcome Enyimba despite a spirited response from the visitors.

In Saturday’s action, Ikorodu City defeated Kwara United 2-0, thanks to goals from Farouk Salami and Ikechukwu Junior. Salami scored in the first two minutes before Junior doubled the lead, giving both players another chance to shine in the EuroMatch NPFL spotlight.

Ranchers Bees and Niger Tornadoes settled for a goalless draw, but Sunday’s matches brought more excitement as Nasarawa United defeated Doma United 2-0, dealing the early season leaders another setback after their impressive early run.

Sporting Lagos continued their encouraging run with a 2-1 win over Bendel Insurance, while Kun Khalifat celebrated a valuable 2-0 win against Shooting Stars, providing another boost for captain Joseph Ameh and his teammates.

Warri Wolves also impressed with a 3-1 win over Inter Lagos, while Barau FC and Rangers International split the points in an entertaining 2-2 draw. Abia Warriors and Rivers United completed the round with a goalless draw.

Beyond the results, matchday eight once again highlighted the growing importance of individual performances in promoting Nigerian football, with Salami, Junior, Sani, Dadong and Rabiu among the players who gave fans new names and stories to follow.

With goals, upsets and fierce competition across the country, the EuroMatch NPFL continues to offer an exciting platform for emerging talents to build their reputation as clubs battle for valuable points.

Results of matchday 8

Katsina United 4-2 Enyimba

Ikorodu City 2-0 Kwara United

Livestock Bees 0-0 Tornadoes in Niger

Abia Warriors 0-0 Rios United

Barau 2-2 Rangers

Kun Khalifat 2-0 Shooting Stars

Nasarawa United 2-0 Doma United

Plateau United 4-0 Kano Pillars

Sporting Lagos 2-1 Seguro Bendel

Warri Wolves 3-1 Inter Lagos.