Finidi George and im Rivers United boys continue to show say this season dem dey serious. Dem carry big NPFL win wey boost confidence for players and fans body.
Dis victory end seven-match bad run wey dem no fit win for all competition, na weytin hitvibz dey yan be dat.
Late Goals and NPFL Domination for Finidi George’s United
For dat long bad run, Pride of Rivers face tough teams for NPFL and CAF Champions League. But dem still dey disciplined until success finally show for house ground.
The match for Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium show the fighting spirit of the Garden City boys.
Dem dey control most part of the game but dem wait till last minutes before dem seal victory. The win also push United go top NPFL table — big achievement as season dey enter final stage.
Night hero na Stephen Manyo, wey score late goal to seal the win for Rivers United.
The goal enter 85th minute after smart short corner move. Wasiu Falolu start the move, pass give Isaac Annor, wey use clever dummy trick before setting Manyo up make im strike first-time shot outside box.
The goal continue Rivers United strong pattern of scoring late. For 2025/26 NPFL season, dem don score seven goals after 80th minute.
Only Niger Tornadoes FC score more late goals pass dem this season — meaning Port Harcourt team still dangerous when match dey close.
United Bounce Back After Tough CAF Champions League Run
This victory also show say Rivers United don recover small after hard period for continental and local competitions.
Their problem start for CAF Champions League, where dem first draw away against Power Dynamos FC.
Later, dem lose two home matches against Power Dynamos and Pyramids FC, before another continental loss away to RS Berkane make am three straight losses.
After continental campaign, dem return NPFL but still struggle to catch full winning rhythm.
Dem draw back-to-back games against Kwara United and Enyimba before dem finally win Barau match.
Wetin Dey Next for Rivers United?
Rivers United go try maintain momentum for next matches. Dem go travel go face Bayelsa United FC on March 1 before dem return home play El-Kanemi Warriors FC on March 4.
If dem fit maintain this form, e go help determine where dem go finish for league table.
Overall, Rivers United don show resilience and title ambition. Their ability win tight matches fit play big role decide NPFL title race.
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Last Updated on February 26, 2026 11:04 am by Hitvibz Media
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