Week 11 of the Nigeria Premier League brought excitement and upsets, as Heartland FC, Bayelsa United, and Lobi Stars each clinched crucial wins, while four teams pulled off impressive victories on the road.

 

According to CKD Media, Heartland FC, led by ex-Super Eagles star Emmanuel Amuneke, continued their winning momentum with a 1-0 win over Sunshine Stars. This third consecutive victory lifts Heartland to 10th place on the league table.

 

In a surprising result, Bayelsa United, managed by former Flying Eagles coach Ladan Bosso, edged out Rivers United 1-0 in Port Harcourt. This shock defeat for Rivers United, under former Super Eagles coach Stanley Eguma, adds intrigue to Bayelsa’s remarkable rise.

 

Lobi Stars, under new Finnish coach Mika Lönnström, celebrated his debut match with a 3-1 win over Abia Warriors, making an immediate impact for the team.

 

This week saw a notable trend of away success, with Kwara United, Kano Pillars, Ikorodu City, and Bayelsa United each taking three points on the road. Kwara United beat Nasarawa United 1-0, Kano Pillars claimed a 1-0 victory over Bendel Insurance in Benin City, Ikorodu City edged Katsina United 2-1, and Bayelsa United’s win in Port Harcourt capped a series of unexpected away triumphs.

 

In other matches, Enyimba and Remo Stars played to a goalless draw, denying both teams valuable points, while Shooting Stars dominated El-Kanemi with a decisive 3-0 win at home.

 

Full Week 11 Results:

 

• Heartland 1-0 Sunshine Stars

• Nasarawa United 0-1 Kwara United

• Bendel Insurance 0-1 Kano Pillars

• Niger Tornadoes 1-0 Akwa United

• Katsina United 1-2 Ikorodu City

• Rivers United 0-1 Bayelsa United

• Lobi Stars 3-1 Abia Warriors

• Enyimba 0-0 Remo Stars

• Plateau United 0-0 Enugu Rangers

• Shooting Stars 3-0 El-Kanemi

 

With four teams claiming away wins, Week 11 highlighted the fierce competition in the NPFL as clubs battle for essential points in this highly competitive season.