Kano Pillars and Nasarawa United battled to a 1-1 draw in their Nigeria Premier League match today, March 16, 2025. The match, which took place at the Sani Abacha Stadium, saw both teams create scoring opportunities, but ultimately settling for a share of the points.
Match Highlights
- A. A. Malam opened the scoring for Kano Pillars in the 19th minute, giving his team a 1-0 lead at halftime.
- Nasarawa United’s I. Ajiya equalized in the 68th minute, securing a crucial point for his team.
Post-Match Analysis
The draw leaves Kano Pillars in sixth position in the Nigeria Premier League table, while Nasarawa United remains in 17th place. Despite the draw, Kano Pillars will be pleased with their performance, having created several scoring opportunities throughout the match.
Nasarawa United, on the other hand, will be relieved to have secured a point, given their recent struggles in the league. The team has been working to improve their defensive solidity, and today’s result will be seen as a positive step in that direction.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Kano Pillars and Nasarawa United have a long history of competition, with 18 matches played between the two teams. Kano Pillars have won eight of those matches, while Nasarawa United has emerged victorious seven times. Three matches have ended in draws, with an average of 2.44 goals scored per match.
The draw marks the end of a busy period for both teams, with several matches played in quick succession. Kano Pillars will next face off against Enyimba on March 23, while Nasarawa United will travel to face Plateau United on March 24.