Katsina United secured an impressive 4-2 victory over Enyimba in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter on Saturday.

The hosts made a strong start, taking the lead in the sixth minute through an own goal by Emeka Onyema before Mubarak Sani doubled their advantage six minutes later.

Luis Dadong extended Katsina United’s lead in the 60th minute, putting the hosts in a commanding position.

Enyimba attempted to fight back, with Chidera Michael reducing the deficit in the 67th minute before Charles Egbe scored again in the 75th minute to make it 3-2.

However, Umar Rabiu struck in the 80th minute to restore Katsina United’s two-goal cushion and seal all three points for the home side.

The victory lifted Katsina United to seventh position on the NPFL table with 12 points from eight matches.

Enyimba, meanwhile, remain 17th with seven points, leaving them with work to do as they seek to improve their league position.