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 (NPFL) Match Day 31 fixture, played at the Sani Abacha stadium, was watched by a large number of spectators.
Mustafa Ibrahim opened the scoring in the ninth minute while Ali scored the second and third goals in the 30th and 45th minute to receive a standing ovation from the home fans.
The home team was not yet done, with Pillars winger Mustafa Umar scoring the fourth goal with a solo effort in the 77th minute.
Ali won 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.
They will play their next match against Akwa United in Uyo.
Other Match Day 31 results:
Rivers United FC 2-0 Rangers International FC
Plateau United FC 1-0 Remo Stars FC
Kwara United FC 1-0 Akwa United FC
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
Abia Warriors FC 1-0 Bayelsa United FC
Heartland FC 1-0 Shooting Stars FC
