Wikki Tourist 2–3 Rivers United
Nigeria Premier League – 10 May 2026

Rivers United came from behind to claim a dramatic 3–2 victory over Wikki Tourist in a pulsating Nigeria Premier League encounter at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi on Sunday. The win lifts Rivers United into the top four, while Wikki Tourist slump to a second consecutive defeat.

Match Overview

The game exploded into life from the opening minutes. Wikki Tourist, roared on by a passionate home crowd, took the lead in the 7th minute when striker Kabiru Suleiman latched onto a through ball and slotted calmly past Rivers goalkeeper Olorunleke Ojo. The hosts doubled their advantage in the 23rd minute through a powerful header from defender Chinedu Okafor from a corner.

Rivers Fightback

Rivers United responded with urgency. Their talismanic forward, Joseph Osadiaye, pulled one back in the 35th minute with a clinical finish after a swift counter-attack. Just before half-time, Rivers levelled the scores when midfielder Emeka Obi’s long-range strike deflected past Wikki goalkeeper Emmanuel Iwu. The match was level at 2–2 at the break.

Second-Half Drama

Wikki Tourist came out strongly after the restart, but they were undone by a defensive lapse in the 59th minute. Rivers United forward Samuel Kalu, left unmarked at the back post, volleyed home a cross from the right to make it 3–2 to the visitors. The home side threw everything forward in the final half-hour, but Rivers held firm, with Ojo making a crucial save from substitute Ibrahim Yakubu in the 83rd minute.

Standout Performers

Joseph Osadiaye was the architect of Rivers' comeback with a goal and an assist, while Emeka Obi controlled the midfield. For Wikki Tourist, Kabiru Suleiman was a constant threat but lacked support in the final third.

Table Implications

The victory moves Rivers United to third in the Nigeria Premier League standings with 32 points from 19 matches, just two points behind leaders Enugu Rangers. Wikki Tourist drop to eighth, five points off the continental places. The defeat will frustrate manager Usman Adamu, whose side had started the season strongly but have now lost three of their last four.