Bendel Insurance FC and Kwara United FC clashed in a tension-filled match, ending in a 2-2 draw at Benin’s Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) on Saturday. Sadeeq Yusuf struck early for Kwara United in the 15th minute, breaking through Insurance’s defence to secure the opener, setting the tone for an Read More…
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Sporting Lagos Junior Lokosa scores brace against former team Kano Pillars in NPFL Clash
In a thrilling encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos, former Kano Pillars player and highest goal scorer, Junior Lokosa, now with Sporting Lagos FC, delivered a stunning performance on Monday. Lokosa described his two-goal feat against his former club as an emotional moment during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) after Read More…
NPFL Day 7 Weekend Roundup: Shooting Stars shine with 4-1 Victory, Doma United dominates Gombe, and more excitement in store!
In a thrilling weekend roundup of matches on Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Day 7, the Shooting Stars Football Club of Ibadan showcased their dominance, trouncing visiting Niger Tornadoes FC of Minna with a resounding 4-1 victory. The 2023/2024 NPFL fixture at the Lekan Salami Stadium was a spectacular showcase of skill and determination. From Read More…
NPFL and StarTimes sign five-year ₦1 Billion broadcast rights deal to bring Nigerian football to TV screens
In a historic move, the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has inked a five-year broadcast rights agreement valued at ₦1 billion with StarTimes, marking a significant step towards restoring the nation’s elite league to television screens. This momentous development was officially confirmed during the contract signing ceremony held in Abuja, where officials from the NPFL Read More…
NPFL Roundup: Sporting Lagos FC triumphs in hard-fought battle on Match Day 5
Sporting Lagos FC clinched a hard-fought victory against Niger Tornadoes, securing their second home win on Match Day 5 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The showdown, a well-attended late-night football spectacle, unfolded at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos. Sporting Lagos FC opened the match on a positive note, asserting their dominance in the Read More…
NPFL Weekend Highlights: Plateau United secures victory, Kano Pillars prevail, and Kwara United draws Rangers
In a thrilling weekend of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) action, several teams showcased their prowess on the pitch. Plateau United FC of Jos managed to defeat Sunshine Stars of Akure 1-0 in a well-fought encounter. The lone goal came from a well-executed free kick by Albert Hilary in the 31st minute. Plateau United dominated Read More…
Sporting Lagos’ goalless draw highlights weekend NPFL fixtures
In the ongoing 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Sporting Lagos faced a disappointing day as they slipped down the NPFL table following a lacklustre display against Doma United at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan. The match ended in a goalless draw, despite Sporting Lagos dominating and creating numerous opportunities. They missed over Read More…
NPFL and LaLiga Forge Landmark Partnership
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) unveiled a groundbreaking alliance on Thursday, as it joined forces with LaLiga, the revered Spanish league, to foster the development of Nigerian football talent. The reverberations of this momentous partnership were eloquently articulated by Gbenga Elegbeleye, the distinguished Chairman of the League Management Company (LMC), during an impactful press Read More…
Rangers International sign 3 new players in NPFL
Three new players have joined the Enugu-based Rangers International Football Club in order to strengthen their second-round 2022/2023 Nigeria Professional Football League campaign (NPFL). Norbert Okolie, the club’s media officer, told reporters in Enugu on Monday that this was a sign the team was prepared for the rest of the season. Austin Osayande, Leonard Ugochukwu, Read More…
Gusau, Club Owners want a better NPFL
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, and Club Owners have urged for a more organised and successful Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). The NFF Director of Communications in Abuja, Mr. Ademola Olajire, made a statement including this information. The decision was made after a meeting in Abuja. ”There is an urgent need Read More…