NPFL Anas hat trick falls short as Elkanemi Warriors beat Nasarawa 4-3 Despite Anas Yusuf’s incredible hattrick, Nasarawa United suffered a 4-3 defeat at home to Elkanemi Warriors in an exciting Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL match at the Lafia Stadium. Anas Yusuf's three goals marked the first hattrick of the season, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory for the home team. Nasarawa United started strongly, taking a 2-0 lead within the first 20 minutes thanks to Anas Yusuf’s quickfire brace. However, Elkanemi Warriors responded swiftly, with their wunderkind Salihu Nasiru scoring two goals to level the score at 2-2 by the halfway point. Elkanemi then took the lead through Amin in the 35th minute, completing an impressive first half comeback. In the second half, Yusuf brought Nasarawa United back on level terms with his third goal in the 67th minute, making it 3-3. But Elkanemi had the last word, regaining the lead in the 89th minute from the penalty spot, sealing a dramatic 4-3 away win. Earlier, Rivers United had also secured a 1-0 away win over Lobi Stars, pushing them to the top of the NPFL table. Editorial The NPFL clash between Nasarawa United and Elkanemi Warriors was a thrilling encounter filled with dramatic swings of momentum. Anas Yusuf’s hattrick was nothing short of sensational, and while it didn’t secure a win for Nasarawa United, it certainly showcased his talent and determination. Scoring three goals in a match is no small feat, and Yusuf’s ability to continually find the net, even as the game slipped away from his team, demonstrates his potential to be a key figure in the league this season. For Elkanemi Warriors, the match was a testament to their resilience. After going two goals down early on, their ability to fight back and take the lead before halftime was impressive.