With no away victories, 12 goals scored, and six home sides celebrating wins, the third round of games shows how difficult it is to snatch points on the road, Footballrover reports.
Enugu Rangers came alive with their first win, Bayelsa United stumbled for the first time, and Remo Stars made a big statement at home.
Breakdown of Events in NPFL Matchday 3
Barau 1-1 Bendel Insurance
At the Sani Abacha Stadium, Alex Oweilayefa gave Bendel Insurance the lead in the 9th minute, but Ibrahim Yahaya levelled just before halftime. Both sides settled for a point in a lively draw.
El Kanemi Warriors 0-0 Rivers United
A clash of heavyweights in Maiduguri ended goalless. Rivers United frustrated the hosts, while El Kanemi couldn’t find their cutting edge.
Enugu Rangers 2-0 Plateau United
The Cathedral finally came alive as Rangers claimed their first win of the season. Chidozie Iwunda opened the scoring on the stroke of halftime, before Chidiebere Nwobodo sealed the win in the 80th minute. Plateau’s struggles continue.
Enyimba 0-0 Nasarawa United
A battle of nerves in Aba ended in a stalemate. Enyimba pressed but couldn’t break down a stubborn Nasarawa defence at the Elephant Park.
Katsina United 1-0 Kano Pillars
A tense Northern derby was decided late when Azeez Falolu struck in the 86th minute, sending the home fans into jubilation at the Young Katsina stars.
Kwara United 2-0 Kun Khalifat
Kwara United got their first win of the campaign, and it came at the Kwara State stadium, with Johnmark Atule opening the scoring in the 24th minute and Kingsley Obiora sealing it late in the 82nd.
Niger Tornadoes 1-0 Bayelsa United
The shock of the round came in Minna, where Ismael Saraki’s 27th-minute strike ended Bayelsa United’s perfect start. The Tornadoes celebrated their first win of the season at the Bako Stadium.
Remo Stars 1-0 Warri Wolves
At the M.K.O. Abiola Stadium, Samson Olasupo proved the hero again, scoring in the 77th minute to hand Remo Stars a big win over Wolves.
Shooting Stars 1-1 Ikorodu City
At the Lekan Salami Stadium, Sodiq Ibrahim gave 3SC an early lead, but Shola Adelani levelled just before halftime. Both sides settled for a point.
Wikki Tourists 1-0 Abia Warriors
In Bauchi, Mairiga struck in the 74th minute to earn Wikki Tourists their second home win of the season at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium.
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Matchday 3 Standings: A Close Race for Top Spot
| Rank | Teams | Points |
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| 1 |
 Rivers United |
41 |
| 2 |
 Nasarawa United |
40 |
| 3 |
 Rangers International F.C |
39 |
| 4 |
 Ikorodu City |
38 |
| 5 |
 Abia Warriors |
38 |
What’s Next After NPFL Matchday 3?
Matchday 4 promises more excitement: Bayelsa United will look to bounce back after their first defeat, while Remo Stars will aim to stay unbeaten at the top.
Enugu Rangers will hope to build on their momentum, and Plateau United are desperate for points before the season slips away.
The Nigeria Premier League is already shaping up into a fierce contest.
SOURCE: FOOTBALLROVER