Two first-half goals from Kano Pillars captain, Rabiu Ali, were the tonic for the team’s 4-0 victory against visiting Gombe United Football Club on Sunday in Kano.
The 2023/2024 Nigeria Professional Football League Match Day 31 fixture was played at the Sani Abacha stadium.
Mustafa Ibrahim opened the scoring in the ninth minute, while Ali scored the second and third goals in the 30th and 45th minutes to receive a standing ovation from some home fans.
The home team were not yet done.
Kano Pillars winger, Mustafa Umar, scored the fourth goal with a solo effort in the 77th minute to the cheers of the home fans.
Speaking after the match, Kano Pillars Assistant Coach, Abubakar Musa, said his heart was filled with joy over his players performance.
Musa praised his team for converting some of their chances.
The coach also expressed the hope that his players would maintain the winning spirit, especially in away matches.
After the game, Ali received the SWAN/Pop Cola Man-of-the-Match award for his performance.
Kano Pillars occupy the eighth position on the table with 44 points from 31 games.
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They will play their next match against Akwa United in Uyo.
2023/2024 NPFL Match Day 31 results
Sunday
Rivers United FC 2-0 Rangers International FC
Plateau United FC 1-0 Remo Stars FC
Kwara United FC 1-0 Akwa United
Kano Pillars FC 4-0 Gombe United FC
Katsina United 2-0 Sporting Lagos FC
Lobi Stars FC 0-0 Bendel Insurance FC
Niger Tornadoes FC 2-0 Doma United FC
Saturday
Abia Warriors FC 1-0 Bayelsa United FC
Friday
Heartland FC 1-0 Shooting Stars FC.
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