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The NPFL reigning champions, Rangers International F.C on Monday, October 28, 2024, in a re-arranged match day 9 fixture inside Kwara State Stadium Complex, earned a valuable point as a Kingsley Maduforo’ 44th minute goal cancelled out an earlier lead by the host, Kwara United as both sides shared the spoils. The coach Fidelis Ilechukwu tutored side that was led on this trip by chief coach Ekeh Ekenedilichukwu stuck with the match day squad that held Akwa United to a draw a week back and they could have shot into an early lead but for the alertness of goalkeeper, Nurudeen…
Lobi Stars returned to winning ways on matchday 9 in the Nigeria Premier Football League, overcoming Bayelsa United 2-1 to claim an important win at Lafia City Stadium. Technical Adviser Daniel Amokachi’s tactical changes yielded dividends, notably in midfield. Jimmy Iteji and Peter Onah’s partnership with Assurance Ifeanyi produced the desired pressure forcing Bayelsa United defender Gabriel Bariduba to clear the ball under pressure for a corner kick. Suur Kumaga capitalized on a corner kick and delivered a pinpoint cross, enabling Martins Ossy to head the ball into the net, changing the scoreline to 1-0 in the 22nd minute. Despite…
While two Match Day 9 NPFL25 Games held on Day 1, Six More held on Day 2 with the last two set to be decided on Monday , October 28th in Day 3 Across the country. In Jos,the The Owena Waves,placed fourth before the encounter,touched down alongside 2017 NPFL winner with The Peace Boys, Kennedy Boboye. Despite the Disappointment in Umuahia On Match Day 8,The Peace Boys’ Convincing win against Remo Stars On Match Day 7 looked like sending jitters in the minds of the Akure Gunners With Mbwas Mangut Poised to rid the shortcomings of the last Match Day…
In a highly anticipated derby league match, the Solid Miners pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Northern Regional arch-rivals and heavyweights, Kano Pillars, at a packed Lafia City Stadium on blockbuster Sunday. The hosts dominated the early exchanges, with rave of the moment, Anas Yusuf, scoring in the 40th minute of the first-half with a clinical finish from a tight angle, his 9th goal in nine games in the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League Season. During the restart, the duo of Ahmed Musa and Rabiu Ali tried to draw the ‘Sai Masu Gida’ as Kano Pillars are nicknamed level…
Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) MatchDay 9 was on fire as Rivers United and El-Kanemi Warriors maintained their impressive unbeaten runs with a hard-fought 1-1 draw in Port Harcourt. The result keeps both teams’ momentum alive, demonstrating their resilience in what has been a competitive season thus far. Plateau United delivered the most emphatic result of the day, crushing Sunshine Stars 3-0 in Jos, while Enyimba secured a vital 2-1 victory over newcomers Ikorodu City. In other significant results, Heartland FC earned a crucial 1-0 win against Remo Stars, and Shooting Stars overcame Akwa United 2-1 in Ibadan. The day saw…
Shooting Stars SC finally found their scoring touch as they secured a vital 2-1 victory over Akwa United at home in a performance that will restore confidence to the players and the entire team. The Oluyole Warriors, who had struggled to find the net in recent matches, demonstrated their attacking prowess with a display that combined flair and efficiency. The breakthrough came through Monday Gideon, whose spectacular screamer broke the deadlock heading into the half-time break. The goal perfectly represented the home team’s renewed attacking intent, sending the crowd into wild celebrations and lifting the team’s spirits after a challenging…
Lobi Stars put up a strong fight but were defeated 4-2 by Ikorodu City in an exciting Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match on Day 8 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. Despite their strong preparations, Lobi Stars fell behind 2-0 early on, conceding again in the 18th minute from a corner kick. In a dramatic turnaround, Ifeanyi Assurance netted two goals in stoppage time, first at 45+5 with a well-placed pass, then with a powerful strike from distance at 45+6, leveling the score at 2-2. Despite making tactical adjustments and substitutions in the second half, Ikorodu City scored…
Rangers International F.C of Enugu, reigning NPFL champions earned a valuable point in their re-arranged M.D 8, NPFL 2024/2025 fixture as they produced some splendid defending to deny home side, Akwa United F.C a sniff of the maximum point at stake inside Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo on Monday, October 21, 2024. Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu opted for a 4-3-3 formation to counter the fast paced opponent led by coach Umar Abdullahi in the absence of technical adviser, Baba Ganaru, handing starts to Silas Nenrot, Kingsley Maduforo, Effimi Nsi, Frank Uwumiro and Lucky Abdullahi as he rested some of the regulars. The…
…As Home Winless Streak Persists Mixed fortunes has tainted Niger Tornadoes’ home coming as the anticipated return to Minna after several seasons away has been marred by inconsistent results, dampening the enthusiasm of their eager home fans. 3 points from a possible 12 on home turf is simply a sad one, fans who thronged out in large numbers have been watching in disbelief. Coaches who worked day and night to ensure an improvement in performance have been left cracking their brain, all in search of a quick fix to end the bad spell. Results away from home has taken the…
Nigerian music sensations Davido and Burna Boy, alongside other Nigerian top music stars, are set to feature at the inaugural Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) All-Star Game, organized in partnership with Nigerian renowned sports marketing company, the Nilayo Sports Management. The event will feature a thrilling football showdown between top players from the northern and southern regions of the league, promising an exciting blend of sports and entertainment. Speaking in press conference held in Abuja on Monday, NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, highlighted the significance of the All-Star Game in raising awareness and promoting the league. “We’re trying to replicate…