NPFL round-up: Enyimba, Shooting Stars shine, Gombe United relegated
Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) games saw three home wins, two draws, and an away win, with a total of 18 goals scored.
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Remo Stars coach displeased with performance despite win over Kano Pillars
Remo Stars head coach Daniel Ogunmodede has expressed displeasure with his side’s performance in their 2-1 victory over Kano Pillars in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 34 encounter in Ikenne on Saturday.
Shooting Stars coach aims for continental ticket in NPFL finale
With the 2023/24 NPFL season entering its final stretch, Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) head coach Gbenga Ogunbote has set his sights on securing a continental ticket for the Oluyole Warriors.
Football fever sweeps through Nigeria as fans swamp stadiums for NPFL matches
NPFL stadiums are experiencing unprecedented attendance figures, with fans flocking to support their local teams. The NPFL matches, broadcast live on Beta Sports channel 244 on StarTimes, witnessed an impressive surge in attendance over the weekend.
Enyimba’s Chijoke Mbaoma becomes NPFL leading scorer with 15 goals
Enyimba striker Chijoke Mbaoma is now the leading scorer in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after his brace against Rivers United over the weekend brought his tally to 15 goals. His impressive goal count includes seven scored from the penalty spot.
Eight Super Eagles players yet to arrive camp due to strike
Eight Super Eagles players are yet to arrive in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and the Benin Republic due to the ongoing indefinite strike in the country.
NLC strike stalls Super Eagles preparations for crucial World Cup qualifiers
Nigeria’s Super Eagles are continuing their preparations for the crucial World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic, even though the ongoing strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress has prevented head coach Finidi George from having all invited players in camp.
Old transfer saga: Ferguson has forgiven me, says Mikel Obi
Former Super Eagles skipper, John Obi Mikel, has hinted that his past issues have long been forgiven by former Manchester United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson.