Rivers United clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Niger Tornadoes in their Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) match at the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna on Monday. The win, secured by a second-half strike from Seiyefa Jackson, maintains the club's impressive start to the season under coach Finidi George.
Jackson's match-winning goal came just two minutes into the second half amidst controversy. After a free kick delivery, Jackson found the back of the net but was initially ruled offside by the central referee. However, the assistant referee intervened, asserting that the goal should stand, leading to a dramatic resolution that favored the visitors.
Despite the late-game pressure, including a red card shown to Emmanuel Nnaji during added time, Rivers United showcased a resilient defensive performance to preserve their lead and secure all three points