Rivers United FC — Kun Khalifat FC: 5:0, NPFL

River United secured a commanding 5-0 victory against Kun Khalifat in the NPFL Regular Season match on 24 September 2026. The hosts opened the scoring at the 26th minute before extending their lead through a series of clinical finishes. A. Salman struck at the 27th minute, followed by M. Chijioke at 49 and Salman again at 58. W. Falolu added a fifth at 62 minutes, while E. Awazie completed the rout at 84. A. Salman picked up a yellow card at the 80th minute for a second bookable offence.

The statistics told a story of complete dominance. River United controlled 62 per cent of possession and registered 11 shots on target compared to Kun Khalifat's zero. The visitors managed only one corner and one shot off target throughout the entire match. Kun Khalifat did win 20 free kicks but could not convert any into meaningful chances. River United earned nine corners and had two offside calls against them.

The result leaves River United seventh in the table with seven points from three games. They have won two and drawn one, showing steady progress under their current setup. Kun Khalifat remain in nineteenth place with just two points from four matches. Their record of two draws and two defeats suggests a side still searching for consistency.

River United's recent form has been encouraging. They drew 1-1 with Nasarawa United on 20 September after consecutive wins against Warri Wolves and Plateau United. Kun Khalifat's run has been far less convincing. They suffered heavy defeats to Enugu Rangers and Bendel Insurance, both 2-4, before two goalless draws against Baraw and Abia Warriors.

This victory extends River United's unbeaten run and reinforces their position in the upper half of the table. Kun Khalifat's struggles continue, and they face an uphill battle to climb away from the relegation zone. The gap between the two sides was evident from the opening whistle to the final whistle.