NPFL: Rangers start title defence with draw as Tornadoes stun Enyimba

Rangers began their Nigeria Premier Football League title defence with a 1-1 home draw against Katsina United, with Luis Dadong scoring for Katsina before Chibueze Oputa equalized for Rangers in stoppage time. Last season's runners-up, Rivers United, kicked off their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Plateau United, with goals from Abdulrasheed Dabai and Wasiu Falolu. In another match, Kwara United and Kano Pillars played to a thrilling 2-2 draw after Kano Pillars led 2-0.