Remo Stars 2-1 Bayelsa United – Nigeria Premier League Remo Stars kept their title charge firmly on track with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Bayelsa United at the Remo Stars Stadium on 10 May 2026. The Sky Blue Stars showed character to come from behind and secure three precious points in front of their passionate home supporters, extending their unbeaten run to nine matches.

The visitors stunned the home crowd after just 12 minutes. A swift counter-attack caught the Remo defence out of position, and Chinedu Ekene slotted past goalkeeper Kayode Bankole to give Bayelsa United a surprise lead. Remo Stars responded well, dominating possession for the remainder of the first half but failing to find an equaliser before the interval.

The home side’s persistence paid off early in the second half. In the 54th minute, Emmanuel Ogbonnaya latched onto a loose ball inside the box and fired home to level the scores. The momentum shifted decisively, and Remo Stars pressed for a winner. It arrived in the 72nd minute when Yusuf Adebayo rose highest to meet a corner, heading powerfully past the helpless Bayelsa goalkeeper.

Key Moments

• 12’ – Goal: Bayelsa United 0-1: Ekene finishes a rapid break to stun the hosts.
• 54’ – Goal: Remo Stars 1-1: Ogbonnaya equalises from close range after a scramble.
• 72’ – Goal: Remo Stars 2-1: Adebayo’s towering header from a corner puts the hosts ahead.
• 90+3’ – Red Card: Bayelsa’s Ibrahim Musa sent off for a second yellow card.

Standout Performers

• Yusuf Adebayo (Remo Stars): Scored the winning goal with a commanding header and was a constant aerial threat.
• Emmanuel Ogbonnaya (Remo Stars): His equaliser sparked the comeback and his movement unsettled the Bayelsa defence.
• Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars): Made a crucial save at 1-1 to keep his side in the game.

Title Race Implications

The win keeps Remo Stars in second place, now level on points with league leaders Enyimba, though behind on goal difference. Bayelsa United remain in mid-table, their disappointing away form (just two wins all season on the road) continuing to hinder their progress. Remo Stars will face a tricky trip to Lobi Stars next, while Bayelsa return home to host Sunshine Stars.

Coach Gbolahan Salami praised his side’s resilience: “We didn’t panic after going behind. The boys showed the character of champions. We knew if we kept playing our football, the goals would come.”