Remo Stars solidified their position at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Akwa United in Ikenne on Sunday. The Sky Blue Stars showcased their resilience and quality in a match that tested their title credentials. Ibrahim Shuaibu opened the scoring early for Remo Stars, converting … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles B team secured a resounding 3-1 victory over Ghana on Saturday, booking their spot in the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) grandly. The Eagles B team dominated the encounter, with Sodiq Ismail opening the scoring with a well-crafted goal. Nduka Junior’s pinpoint pass found Ismail, who made a superb run behind the … Read more
Rivio Ayemwenre’s 89th-minute header sparked wild celebrations at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Sunday evening, completing Ikorodu City’s comeback against Oluyole Warriors. The Lagosians extended their unbeaten run to three consecutive games, overcoming Anthony Okachi’s 15th-minute strike. Okachi, a former Ikorodu City player, capitalised on a defensive error to register his first goal of … Read more
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) resumes this weekend, with matchday six fixtures spread across Saturday and Sunday. Fans are in for a treat as old rivals clash, title defenders face stern tests, and new managers seek to make an impact. The League so far After five matchdays, Rivers United tops the table with four … Read more
Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has commended record-capped Super Eagles player Ahmed Musa for returning to the Nigeria Professional Football League to play for Kano Pillars for the second time. Musa played against Sunshine Stars last weekend, and he shone, scoring a brace for Pillars to mark his return to the league after two … Read more
Nigerian football legend Daniel Amokachi has made a comeback to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after a nine-year absence. Lobi Stars FC have appointed Amokachi as their new Head Coach, replacing Eugene Agagbe. “Lobi Stars have relieved their head coach Eugene Agagbe of his duties & have appointed former Super Eagles star Daniel Amokachi … Read more
The 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) continued on Sunday with Match Day 2 fixtures, producing exciting draws and late drama. The matches showcased the competitive spirit of the teams, with several games ending in stalemates. In Ibadan, 3SC failed to build on the away draw they recorded in Lafia against Nassarawa United in their … Read more
Two Nigerian clubs, Enyimba and Enugu Rangers, continue their journey in the CAF interclub competitions on Friday, with Enyimba’s coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, making his continental debut, while Fidelis Ilechukwu of Rangers faces a crucial second test. Both teams carry Nigeria’s hopes after the elimination of Remo Stars and El Kanemi Warriors in the first round. … Read more
The final matchday of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season was a rollercoaster ride, with surprises and heartbreak unfolding across various centres. Ten matches saw a flurry of goals, with seven home wins, two away victories, and a single draw, bringing the total to a thrilling 29. The biggest prize, however, was continental qualification. … Read more
A “controversial” penalty deep into stoppage time marred what could have been a memorable day for the Nigeria Premier Football League on Sunday. The Oriental Derby between Rangers and Enyimba had dominated discussions all week long in the Nigerian football space despite the Super Eagles also being in action for the World Cup qualifiers. Aside … Read more
