It’s a historic moment for Nigerian football fans—Remo Stars FC have been officially crowned champions of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following a dramatic finish to Matchday 35. This long-awaited triumph marks the end of a 15-year trophy drought for the Sky Blue Stars.
Playing in front of a jubilant home crowd, Remo Stars sealed the title with a gritty 1-0 win over Niger Tornadoes. The hero of the night was Adebayo Olamilekan, who found the back of the net in the 84th minute—sending fans into rapturous celebration.
Under the tactical guidance of Coach Daniel Ogunmodede, Remo Stars not only secured the win but also kept yet another clean sheet at home—a reflection of their dominance this season. At their home ground, the team has gathered an impressive 50 points, scored 29 goals, and conceded only 5.
With 68 points from 35 games, Remo Stars currently sit comfortably at the top of the NPFL table, well ahead of their rivals with only a few matches left in the season. Their consistency and resilience have clearly paid off.
Matchday 35: Other Key Results
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Nasarawa United edged past Heartland FC with a narrow 1-0 victory.
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Abia Warriors defeated Shooting Stars 3-1, adding to the latter’s struggles this season.
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Despite going down to 10 men, Ikorodu City couldn’t hold off Akwa United, losing 2-1.
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Tough days continued for clubs like El-Kanemi Warriors, Lobi Stars, Bendel Insurance, Rangers International, and Katsina United—all of whom suffered defeats.
It’s celebration time in Ikenne and beyond, as Remo Stars take their place at the summit of Nigerian football. Can they build a legacy from here? Only time will tell.
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