Katsina United 0-0 Rivers United: Pride of Rivers maintain unbeaten run in Katsina


Rivers United settled for a point in Finidi George’s sixth game as Technical Manager after a keenly contested Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash against Katsina United at Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina.

In truth, the first half was tentative, with the Pride of Rivers’ defense looking solid and disciplined.

Ebuka Akobundu, Taiwo AbdulRafiu, Stephen Manyo, and captain Temple Emekayi limited the hosts to hopeful crosses from both flanks.

Meanwhile, the Port Harcourt-based side worked hard to break down the home side.

Taofeek Otaniyi flashed a shot wide from Osimaga Duke’s free-kick moments before halftime.

Timothy Zachariah was unlucky, running onto Taiwo AbdulRafiu’s pass but hitting the near post.

The second half had more spark, with Katsina United narrowly missing a scrambled chance.

Coach Finidi introduced Seiyefa Jackson and Philip Udobia to find a winning goal, but chances remained scarce.

Ultimately, a point sufficed, keeping Rivers United unbeaten after six Nigeria Premier Football League matches.

The team dropped to second place on the log, just a point behind league leaders Remo Stars.

Port Harcourt will host Shooting Stars Sports Club at Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium on Thursday, 17th October 2024 in Rivers United’s next league game.