Tag: NPFL’25
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Finidi George reflects on Rivers United’s defeat to Bayelsa United
Rivers United head coach, Finidi George, has admitted that his team’s clash against Bayelsa United became more difficult after conceding an early goal, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. The Pride of Rivers fell to a 1-0 defeat at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa on Wednesday, denting their push for a stronger finish in the Nigeria Premier Football…
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Tony Bulus confident Lobi Stars will avoid relegation despite struggles
Despite Lobi Stars’ difficult season, head coach Tony Bulus remains optimistic about the team’s chances of avoiding relegation, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. The Makurdi-based club suffered a 2-0 defeat to Abia Warriors on matchday 31 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), deepening their survival concerns. However, Bulus, who was recently appointed as head coach, insists…
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Salisu Yusuf reflects on Nasarawa United’s loss to Kwara United
Nasarawa United head coach, Salisu Yusuf, has admitted that his team’s narrow defeat to Kwara United in Ilorin was largely self-inflicted, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Despite the loss, Yusuf expressed pride in his players’ performance, noting that this was his first defeat since taking charge of the Solid Miners. Speaking to the club’s media team, Yusuf…
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NPFL postpones Ikorodu City vs. Katsina United match
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has officially postponed the Matchday 31 fixture between Ikorodu City and Katsina United, initially scheduled for Thursday, March 27, 2025. Reason for Postponement According to NPFL Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, the decision follows a request from Ikorodu City due to the unavailability of the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan,…
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Bendel Insurance Coach hails team’s resilience after hard-fought win over Sunshine Stars
Bendel Insurance head coach, Greg Ikhenoba, has praised his team’s determination following their 1-0 victory over Sunshine Stars in Matchday 30 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin. Kayode Oke Solomon scored the decisive goal in the 20th minute, securing all three points for the Benin Arsenals against the…
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NPFL Warns Clubs Over Post-Match Press Conferences, Threatens Sanctions
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has issued a strong warning to club media officers, emphasizing that failure to organize post-match press conferences will result in sanctions, gathered Nigeriasoccernet.com. This directive was outlined in a letter sent to all 20 NPFL club managers and chairmen, dated March 20, 2025, and signed by the league’s Chief…
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Abia Warriors’ Ojonugwa Adejoh targets victory against Nasarawa United
Abia Warriors midfielder Ojonugwa Adejoh has expressed confidence ahead of their upcoming NPFL matchday 27 clash against Nasarawa United on Sunday, March 2, 2025, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. After securing a 0-0 draw against Kwara United to end their eight-game home winning streak, Abia Warriors have now shifted their focus to securing maximum points at home.…
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Kabir Dogo laments Nasarawa United’s defeat to El-Kanemi Warriors
Nasarawa United head coach Kabir Dogo has expressed disappointment following his team’s narrow 1-0 loss to El-Kanemi Warriors in Maiduguri on Saturday afternoon, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Despite an impressive performance, the Solid Miners failed to capitalize on their dominance, falling to a 27th-minute strike from Al-Amin Umar. Dogo, while reflecting on the defeat, acknowledged his players’…
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NPFL: Timothy Zechariah’s late header rescues Rivers United as NPFL action heats up
An 88th-minute header from Timothy Zechariah provided much-needed relief for ex-international and Rivers United coach, Finidi George, as his side ended a five-match winless streak with a 1-0 victory over Lobi Stars in Port Harcourt on Sunday, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com. Zechariah’s late goal finally broke bottom-placed Lobi Stars’ resilience, reviving Rivers United’s fading title ambitions. The…
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Akarandut Orok credits Akwa United’s victory over Enyimba to players’ determination
Akwa United assistant coach, Akarandut Orok, has attributed the team’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Enyimba to the players’ determination and resilience, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. The Promise Keepers stunned Stanley Eguma’s side in their Matchday 23 encounter in Aba on Sunday, securing a crucial away win. Orok believes the result will serve as a springboard for more…
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El-Kanemi Warriors sign four new players
El-Kanemi Warriors have reinforced their squad with the addition of four new players as they push for a strong finish in the league, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. The Borno Army secured the services of Lucky Vandi, a forward from Sunshine Stars, and Jerry Isaac, a goalkeeper from Nasarawa United. Also joining the squad are Chris Conti, a…
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Remo Stars coach Ogunmodede stresses the need to maintain winning streak
Remo Stars head coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, has emphasized the importance of sustaining their impressive form as they push for their first-ever Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com. The Ikenne-based side has been in sensational form, winning five consecutive matches and extending their unbeaten run to seven games. They currently hold an eight-point lead…
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Anas Yusuf’s double ends Tornadoes perfect start to the second stanza
Niger Tornadoes’ three-game unbeaten streak came to an end as they fell to a 2-0 defeat against Nasarawa United in their NPFL Matchday 22 clash at the Lafia City Stadium. Anas Yusuf was the difference-maker, scoring an impressive brace to seal the win for the hosts. The Solid Miners, who started the day at the…