Finidi George’s grip on the NPFL title race is slipping fast, and the warning signs are no longer subtle.
Rivers United’s dramatic fall from dominance hit a new low after a crushing 4–1 defeat to Nasarawa United in Lafia, a result that not only extended their losing streak to four games but also knocked them off the top of the table.
What once looked like a smooth title run has suddenly turned into a worrying collapse.
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Nasarawa United came out with intent and intensity, scoring three goals inside the opening 15 minutes and exposing a Rivers United defence that has gone from solid to fragile in a matter of weeks.
The early onslaught left Finidi’s side stunned, chasing a game that was already slipping away.
A late response from Rivers United did little to change the story. It was merely a consolation, offering no real reflection of how one-sided the contest had become.
The numbers paint a brutal picture. Four straight defeats, eight goals conceded, just two scored, and twelve points dropped.
For a team that looked untouchable not long ago, the drop-off has been sharp and alarming.
Possession is no longer translating into results. Rivers United still see plenty of the ball, but their attacking threat has faded, while opponents have grown more confident in sitting deep, staying organised, and punishing mistakes.
More concerning is the shift in belief. This is no longer about a single bad game. It is a pattern that continues to deepen with each passing match.
They now sit second, two points behind Enugu Rangers, while Nasarawa United’s win pulls them firmly into the race.
The gap between the top teams has closed rapidly, turning what once felt like a settled title charge into a wide-open battle.
Finidi now faces a defining moment. The task is no longer about managing a lead but about finding answers quickly enough to stop the slide.
A home game against Kun Khalifat presents an opportunity to respond, but based on recent performances, nothing can be taken for granted.
The quality that once made Rivers United the team to beat is still within the squad. The real question is whether they can rediscover it before their season slips completely out of reach.
