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NPFL: Musa Shines As Kano Pillars Edge Rangers In Seven-Goal Thriller

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa found the back of the net as Kano Pillars edged reigning champions Enugu Rangers 4-3 in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League Matchday 7 clash at Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium on Wednesday.

The 32-year-old scored Pillars’ fourth goal just before halftime, bringing his tally to three goals in two games since rejoining his boyhood club in September for the remainder of the season.

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Musa had previously marked his return with a brace in their 2-0 victory over Sunshine Stars on October 6.

Kano Pillars dominated the first half, racing to a 4-0 lead. Veteran Rabiu Ali opened the scoring in the 15th minute, converting a penalty after a Rangers defender handled Musa’s cross in the box.

Zulkifilu Muhammed doubled the lead in the 28th minute, finishing off a Musa assist after the captain skillfully outpaced his marker down the flank.

Musa then added a third from the penalty spot, following a dazzling run where he beat four Rangers defenders.

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Despite the heavy deficit, Rangers mounted an impressive fightback, with Isaac Saviour netting twice in quick succession (47th and 59th minutes).

Emmanuel Nenrot scored a late consolation goal in stoppage time, but Kano Pillars held on for the win.

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