Wikki Tourists secured a vital 2-1 victory over defending champions Remo Stars in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 27 clash, a result that sees them leap out of the relegation zone. The crucial win moves Wikki Tourists to 14th on the league table with 32 points, while the champions surprisingly drop to the second-bottom spot.
The home side started brightly, with J. Mairiga finding the back of the net in the 10th minute to give Wikki Tourists an early lead. Their dominance continued, and just before half-time, H. Musa doubled their advantage in the 45+1st minute, sending them into the break with a comfortable 2-0 lead.
Remo Stars, clearly stung by the deficit, pushed hard in the second half. Their efforts paid off in the 83rd minute when S. Olasupo pulled one back, setting up a tense finale. However, Wikki Tourists held firm through the remaining minutes, including an additional five minutes of stoppage time, to secure a famous victory.
This hard-fought win provides a significant boost for Wikki Tourists in their battle against relegation, while Remo Stars will need to regroup quickly to avoid further slipping down the league standings.
