NPFL: Kano Pillars move to second position after victory over Ranchers Bees
Kano Pillars moved to second position on the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, table following a 1-0 victory over Ranchers Bees at the Sani Abacha Stadium.
Both teams failed to register a goal in the first half despite creating several chances.
Ranchers Bees were reduced to 10 men when Mohammed Rabiu Zulkifilu was sent off in the 63rd minute.
Kano Pillars capitalised on the numerical advantage to score the winning goal through Yahaya Ibrahim 12 minutes later.
Ranchers Bees remain in 17th position on the table following the defeat.
At the Pantami Stadium, Doma United and Barau FC battled to a 0-0 draw.
Barau FC moved to fourth spot, while Doma United climbed to eighth position.
NPFL: Kano Pillars move to second position after victory over Ranchers Bees