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The Nigeria top plight football, the 2024/2025 NPFL season continues with interesting results on Matchday 22 as teams battle for vital points continues. We encapsulated all the interesting gists that made Matchday 22 a great week in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL in this week’s edition of top five things to know in the NPFL. Remo Stars gain Advantage as Rivers United slumps further Remo Stars makes it another three points on the road as they defeated Sunshine Stars 2-1 at the Dipo Dina Stadium on Saturday. The result retained their spot at the top, gaining further advantage by…

Bendel Insurance Football Club fullback Julius Emiloju has expressed excitement over his first career goal for the club, subsequently helping his team to earn a hard-fought victory over Kastina United, platinumnewsng.com is reporting. Bendel Insurance had secured an away result against Rivers United a few days before the matchday 22 fixture and needed a win against the Changi Boys of Kastina State to go out of the relegation zone. After a good start to the game, creating some good chances to score, the Benin Arsenals got a deserved goal in the 27th minute as Julius Emiloju netted from close range…

Enyimba FC may have left the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi with all three points, but their new boss, Coach Stanley Eguma, insists the People’s Elephant is far from being the finished product. A solitary strike from in-form forward Ifeanyi Ihemekwele was enough to see off a determined Lobi Stars side in an electrifying NPFL Match-day 22 clash. The goal, a product of brilliant vision from Ufere Chinedu, sparked wild celebrations among Enyimba fans, who have been craving consistency from their team. Despite the win, Enyimba could have made life easier for themselves had their attack been more clinical.…

Lobi Stars showcased their dominance in possession and created multiple scoring opportunities, ultimately falling 0-1 to Enyimba International FC on Matchday 22 of the Nigeria Premier Football League at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium. Their relentless pursuit of a goal was evident in the numerous free kicks and corners they secured. Raphael Ayagwa’s impressive volley in the 30th minute left fans on the edge of their seats, anticipating a breakthrough. However, Enyimba capitalized on a rare chance in the 40th minute, with Ifeanyi Ihemekwele scoring from a through pass to give the visitors the lead. In the second half, Technical…

Nasarawa United continue with their fight against relegation with a convincing 2-0 win over fellow North Central Zonal rivals, Niger Tornadoes, in the 20224/25 Nigeria Premier Football League Season’s Match-day 22 clash at the Lafia City Stadium on Sunday evening. The League’s leading goalscorer, Anas Yusuf, scored in either half of the game to give the Coach Kabir Dogo-led side their second consecutive home win since the beginning of the second stanza of the campaign at the fans-free venue. Anas expertly converted a 3rd minute penalty he won after being found through by Abubakar Aliyu in the first-half. The Super…

Second Place Shooting Stars and Rivers United will be aiming for victories in their respective Nigeria Premier League matches this Sunday following the nine-point gap that Remo Stars have created on the league’s log. Neither of the two title aspirants can afford to drop points. Shooting Stars, with one match still outstanding will be aiming to win against relegation-threatened Plateau United who are playing at home and are placed just two points above the topmost relegation-bound team. Shooting Stars have an unprecedented five-win streak and could extend that to six this Sunday. Plateau United on the other hand have been…

The Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo is poised to host an electrifying encounter as Lobi Stars face off against Akwa United in a pivotal matchday 21 battle of the Nigeria Premier Football League. Both teams, driven to escape the relegation zone, enter the clash with a strong determination to prove themselves. Lobi Stars, led by Daniel Amokachi, aim to rebound after a narrow 1-0 loss to Heartland FC in Owerri, while Akwa United will rely on home support to revitalize their campaign after a tough 2-1 home defeat to Remo Stars. Separated by just one point on the table,…

The Chairman of Lobi Stars Football Club, Dr. Philip Nongu, led an inspection of the Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi to confirm the previous assessment carried out by the Nigeria Football Federation and make logistical arrangements as the facility serves as the club’s temporary home ground. Dr. Nongu was joined on the visit by notable stakeholders, including Patrick Pascal, Chairman of the Bauchi State Football Association. Others were Khalid Abubakar, Bauchi State FA Coordinator; Bashir Idris, Bauchi FA Secretary; Ashiru Lame, the Stadium Manager; Coach Ibrahim Shehu; and the club’s Chief Security Officer, Usman Abdullahi, among others. The Nigeria Football…

The Peace Boys returned to the dugout on Match Day 20 after holding the Pride of Rivers to a 1-1 draw in Port-Harcourt with hopes of consolidation in Jos. Rivers United looked poised to recoup their lost points in Jos in a most crucial encounter that meant a lot at both ends for both teams. Ubong Friday’s dangerous attempt in the opening, Samuel Kalu’s dazzle and David Onovo’s close shave headed attempt defined key moments before Wale Doyeni’s opening goal after 21 minutes. A set piece delivery into Rivers United’s area comes off Sam Pam Junior’s header to unsettle Rivers…

Enugu, Nigeria – Reigning Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Rangers International F.C., are set to embark on a journey to Maiduguri, Borno State, by flight, (Max Air) for their crucial Matchday 21 clash against the President Federation Cup holders, El-Kanemi Warriors F.C. Following a disappointing home loss in their previous match, the “Flying Antelopes” are determined to regain their winning form. A 27-man delegation will depart Abuja on Monday morning for the short flight to Maiduguri, with the match scheduled for Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. The team aims to swiftly move past their recent setback against Niger Tornadoes and…