Goal of the Season contender? Enyimba's breathtaking 12-pass goal in five-goal NPFL thriller against Rivers United [VIDEO]

NPFL holders Enyimba kept the pressure on leaders Rangers with a comprehensive win against Rivers United in Aba.

It was an afternoon of pure magic at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba as the People's Elephant produced a breathtaking team goal to cap off a thrilling comeback win over Rivers United in the NPFL.

Trailing 1-0 after Andy Okpe's early opener for the visitors, Enyimba rallied in stunning fashion, with stars Mbaoma Chijioke and Elijah Akanni both netting braces to seal an emphatic 4-1 triumph on Sunday.

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Enyimba’s goal of the season contender in the NPFL

But the standout moment came in the second half when substitute Akanni rounded off a stunning 12-pass team move to put the result beyond doubt.

Picking up the ball deep in his own half, Akanni kicked off a mesmerizing passing sequence that saw Enyimba carve open the Rivers’ defence with effortless precision.

The talented forward then applied the finishing touch, coolly slotting home to send the home fans into raptures.

That strike could be a goal-of-the-season contender with the way they carved Rivers open with that passing, it was just magical to watch.

Indeed, Enyimba's breathtaking team goal was the highlight of a pulsating encounter that saw the home side come from behind in stunning style.

After Okpe's early strike had given Rivers United the lead, the visitors looked set to hold on for a vital away win.

But Chijioke and Akanni had other ideas, with the former, Enyimba’s top scorer this season in the NPFL, equalising for the hosts before the break.

Mbaoma then gave Enyimba the least in the second half before Akanni's double, including a stunning team goal the icing on the cake for the rampant People's Elephant, wrapping things off.

It was a Sunday afternoon to remember for Enyimba, who not only secured a crucial three points but also produced a genuine contender for team goal of the season.

The People's Elephant are firmly back in the title race after cuttin Rangers’ lead to two points- and their fans will be hoping for many more magical moments like this in the weeks to come.

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