Nigeria, Dec. 16 -- Rivers United continued their relentless march at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League, but even victory could not completely satisfy head coach Finidi George.

A 1-0 home win over Wikki Tourists at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium pushed the Pride of Rivers two points clear at the summit of the NPFL table, yet the performance left their manager searching for clarity rather than celebration.

In a game that promised much but delivered little in fluency or tempo, it was Taofeek Otaniyi who once again made the difference. The midfielder produced a moment of pure quality in the 19th minute, delicately lobbing the Wikki goalkeeper after timing his run perfectly to meet a cross from Samson Obi. It proved decisive. ...