Rivers United Edge Niger Tornadoes to Extend Unbeaten Home Run

Rivers United continued their impressive form at home with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) rescheduled matchday six clash in Port Harcourt on Wednesday.

After a cagey first half where both teams struggled to create clear chances, the breakthrough came in the 50th minute when Maclyn Biokpo coolly converted from the penalty spot to hand the hosts the crucial win.

The result means Rivers United have now gone 16 home games unbeaten, a run that stretches back to their last defeat against Bayelsa United on November 10, 2024.

With the victory, Finidi George’s men climbed to third place on the NPFL table, while Niger Tornadoes slipped to fourth, despite their strong start to the season.

Opinion:

Rivers United have once again shown why the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium is becoming something of a fortress in Nigerian football. A penalty may not always be the most glamorous way to win, but victories like this underline the resilience and mental strength of champions.

Coach Finidi George seems to be instilling a fine balance between discipline and efficiency — the kind of football that might not always dazzle, but consistently delivers results. And in a league as fiercely competitive as the NPFL, that consistency is golden.

For Niger Tornadoes, this loss should not feel like a setback but more like a reality check. Competing toe-to-toe with Rivers United in Port Harcourt is no small feat, and it proves that they are no pushovers. However, the real challenge for Tornadoes will be finding their sharpness in front of goal, something that deserted them in this clash.

At the end of the day, Rivers United’s unbeaten home record is not just about points — it’s about sending a message to the rest of the league: Port Harcourt is not an easy hunting ground. And if they keep this up, a serious title charge might just be brewing.