Oriental Derby

‘I am not scared of Heartland,’ says Ilechukwu ahead of Saturday’s derby

by
‘I am not scared of Heartland,’ says Ilechukwu ahead of Saturday’s derby

One of the biggest games of the weekend in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will take place at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri as Enugu Rangers face Heartland in the Oriental derby. Heartland, playing on their home turf, have recently turned their season around, climbing to 10th place from a worrisome 17th. They’ll … Read more

“Controversial” penalty mars Oriental Derby as Remo Stars suffer blow in title race

by
“Controversial” penalty mars Oriental Derby as Remo Stars suffer blow in title race

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