Tag: NPFL
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Moving On: Rangers put behind controversial Oriental Derby for Ibadan showdown with play 3SC
League leaders, Rangers Int’l have departed the coal city of Enugu ahead of their midweek matchday 36 tie against Shooting Stars in Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Rangers, in the top of the table clash against Enyimba on Sunday had the encounter inconclusive after Enyimba players walked off the pitch due to a controversial…
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Doma United suffer road crash
Gombe based outfit, Doma United were involved in a motor accident on their way back to the North after their Matchday 35 survival battle against Heartland of Owerri, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Savannah Tigers lost to another relegation threatened side 3-1 away in Owerri but still tied on points with Sporting Lagos and Bayelsa United in…
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NPFL: Orji confident of Abia Warriors’ fitness ahead of Bendel Insurance Clash
Abia Warriors head coach Bethel Oji has expressed confidence in his team’s physical condition ahead of this weekend coach against Bendel Insurance in the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Despite a exerting quarterfinal match in the President Federation Cup during the week, Oji believes his players are ready for the challenge at the Umuahia…
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Coach Yemi picks Rangers and Remo Stars as favorite for NPFL title
Enyimba head coach, Olanrewaju Yemi, ahead of super Sunday clash has tipped rivals Rangers and Remo Stars as favourites to clinch the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Nigeriasocernet.com reports. With equal number of games played in the NPFL, the Flying Antelopes are on 61 points, two more than Enyimba and Remo stars who are…
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The pressure is on as disappointed Sporting Lagos fans cry out
Frustrated Sporting Lagos fans voiced their disappointed in the club’s performance following their home goalless draw against Rangers on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria Premier Football League gradually reaching a wrap saw league learners Rangers Int’l on Matchday 34 came to Lagos and get a point off relegation threatened Sporting Lagos. While the Flying Antelopes…
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Remo Stars still in title race despite loss – Ogunmodede
Remo Stars technical adviser Daniel Ogunmodede insists his team remains in the title race despite their 3-2 defeat to Kwara United in Ilorin, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Sky Blue Stars conceded three first-half goals but rallied with two late strikes. Ogunmodede praised his players’ efforts and vowed to keep fighting for the title. “We will not…
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NPFL: Coach Ilechukwu vows to treat remaining matches as cup finals
Rangers head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has declared that the Flying Antelopes will treat their remaining Nigeria Premier Football League games as cup finals, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Flying Antelope secured a four-point lead at the top of the standings after a commanding 3-0 victory over Bayelsa United on Sunday. “We shall approach our next set of…
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Dedication and Hard work: Sikiru Alimi reveals key to goal scoring success in NPFL
Remo Stars forward Sikiru Alimi has attributed his prolific goal-scoring in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) to total dedication and hard work, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former Shooting Stars striker has netted 14 goals this season, making him the joint-highest goalscorer in the league alongside Enyimba’s Chijoke Mbaoma. “Scoring 14 goals in the NPFL has…
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Heartland’s Onyekachi Okafor confident of avoiding relegation
Heartland forward, Onyekachi Okafor remains optimistic that the Naze Millionaires will secure their top-flight status by the end of the season.m, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The five-time Nigeria Premier Football League champions currently sit in 19th position, having recorded six wins, 11 draws, and 15 defeats from 32 games. To stay in the league, Heartland must win…
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NPFL: Remo Stars eye favorable result against Rivers United in rescheduled clash
Remo Stars FC is gearing up for a pivotal showdown in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) as they prepare to face Rivers United in a rescheduled matchday 21 fixture. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Set to unfold at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne this Sunday, the Sky Blue Stars are determined to secure a positive outcome…
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NPFL announces proceedings from the rescheduling for Rivers United
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has unveiled a revised schedule for the backlog of fixtures involving Rivers United, one-time NPFL champions, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In a bid to accommodate Rivers United’s outstanding matches, the NPFL has decided to temporarily halt the league after this weekend’s matchday 32 games. The pause will allow Rivers United to…
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Stanley Eguma hails Rivers United’s grit in hard-fought victory
Rivers United’s technical adviser, Stanley Eguma, has lauded his team’s resilience following their hard-earned triumph over Katsina United, describing it as a “very difficult.” Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Pride of Rivers secured a 2-0 victory against the Chanji Boys in their rescheduled matchday 28 encounter on Thursday, with Deputy Echeta and Kazie Enyinnaya finding the net…
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Bendel Insurance throw open gates for the league showdown with Heartland
Bendel Insurance FC has announced an open gate policy for their highly anticipated Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 32 encounter against Heartland, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The clash between the Benin Arsenals and Heartland is set to take place at the iconic Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium this Saturday. In quest to build on their way draw against Lobi…
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Kwara United appeal NPFL 6 million fine over broadcast disruption
Kwara United has lodged an appeal against the N6 million fine imposed by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following the disruption of the live broadcast during their matchday 31 encounter against Akwa United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Harmony Boys were also charged for providing false information which led to a fixture adjustment against. In a conversation…
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NPFL: Plateau United boss optimistic following victory over Remo Stars
Mbwas Mangut, the technical adviser of Plateau United, expresses confidence that his team’s recent triumph over Remo Stars will be pivotal in their pursuit of season objectives, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Plateau United clinched a 1-0 victory over Remo Stars, courtesy of Sunday Anthony’s decisive strike at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday, marking a significant rebound…
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NPFL announces calendar re-adjustment for Rivers’ outstanding
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has disclosed plans for a calendar re-adjustment as the season approaches a pivotal phase, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The NPFL revealed that a temporary halt in the season is scheduled after matchday 34 to facilitate Rivers United in fulfilling their outstanding matches. This decision stems from Rivers United’s backlog of fixtures…
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Nigeria Premier Football League Fixture Change: Kwara United vs. Akwa United moved to Sunday
The highly anticipated Nigeria Premier Football League clash between Kwara United and Akwa United has been rescheduled for Sunday, altering its original Saturday slot, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Initially slated for April 20 at 2pm, the match will now kick off the following day at 4pm. The adjustment, at the behest of Kwara United, aims to afford…
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‘Hard to at goodbye’ Paul Offor gives an heartfelt parting shot
Former Sportong Lagos coach, Paul Offor has penned a heartfelt message to the Lagos based outfit upon the announcement of his exit from the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Offor was sacked following his side’s struggles in the NPFL. The tactician’s departure was confirmed on the club’s X handle with the statement In response to the announcement…
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Shooting Stars celebrate milestone after hard earned success
Ibadan based football club, Shooting Stars are in cloud nine following their home win against Lobi Stars in the Nigeria Premier Football League on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The matchday 30 encounter saw the Oluyole Warriors triumphed 2-0 at the Adamasingnba Stadium in Ibadan, upholding their home unbeaten record in the league this season. Alex Aghahowa…
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NBL/MVP Award: Okemute goes home with a hundred thousand naira
Following his outstanding performance in between the sticks, Okemute Odah was reward with a sum of one hundred thousand naira in Shooting Stars’ 2-0 win over Lobi Stars, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Shooting inform of their home fans secured another win after their most talker about victory away in Kano. The 37 year shotstopper was adjudged the…