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Lagos: Bendel Insurance ends Rivers United’s unbeaten run
Updated 09:51 WAT, · first published 25 Oct 2026, 20:32 WAT · 3 outlets reporting
Bendel Insurance halted Rivers United’s unbeaten streak with a 2-1 win at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Freeman Wuchirwe opened the scoring early in the second half and Chijioke Mbaoma added the decisive goal. Despite the loss, Rivers United retained the top spot on the NPFL table.
What we know
- Bendel Insurance beat Rivers United 2-1
- Match took place at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City
- Freeman Wuchirwe scored in the second half
- Chijioke Mbaoma scored the winning goal
- Rivers United remained league leaders
Why it matters: The result reshapes the early NPFL title race, affecting clubs and fans across the country.
Sources
- Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance End Rivers United’s Unbeaten Run; Ikorodu, 3SC Share Derby Spoils – Complete Sports,
- EUROMATCH NPFL: Bendel Insurance Troll Rivers United After Ending Unbeaten Run – Complete Sports,
- Euromatch NPFL: Insurance halt Rivers United's unbeaten run , Ikorodu City, 3SC draw – Daily Post,
- NPFL: Bendel Insurance end Rivers United’s unbeaten run as Southwest derby ends in stalemate – Premium Times,
- Euromatch NPFL: Finidi Bemoans Costly Mistake In Rivers United’s Loss To Bendel Insurance – Complete Sports,
Updates
- – Summary updated with new reporting
- – Now also reported by Premium Times
- – Summary updated with new reporting
- – Story published – 2 outlets
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