Sunday’s Oriental Derby between Rangers and Enyimba, a crucial match to decide the league title, ended in chaos. Rangers, leading the standings with 60 points, faced Enyimba, who trailed by just two points.
Fans packed the Cathedral for the eagerly awaited game, which remained goalless until the final moments. In added time, the referee awarded Rangers a controversial penalty.
Enyimba players protested and eventually walked off the pitch. The situation worsened when some fans invaded the field, disrupting the match.
The NPFL posted on X: “Rangers 0-0 Enyimba #RANENY #NPFL24 #TheFinalStretch. Match interrupted after penalty awarded to Rangers in added time.”
The match remains unfinished, and league officials have yet to comment on what will happen next. Fans are now anxiously waiting for a decision on the league title.