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NPFL Fan Sentenced for Assaulting Plateau United Player
A fan identified as Bashir Bala has been sentenced to three months in prison with an option of a fine for assaulting Plateau United player, Temitope Vincent, during a Nigeria Premier Football League game in Lafia. The incident occurred after Nasarawa United defeated Plateau United 3-2, with the fan allegedly using his sharp fingers to […]
Plateau Player’s Injury ‘Minor’- Nasarawa United
Nasarawa United has vehemently denied widespread claims that a Plateau United player, Vincent Temitope, was stabbed following their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 33 fixture in Lafia. In an official statement, the Lafia-based club described the reports as “baseless” and “false.” Incident DetailsAccording to Nasarawa United, a physical altercation did occur between a spectator and […]
Lobi Stars Relegated to Lower Division After 27 Years in NPFL
Lobi Stars‘ 27-year stay in the Nigeria Premier Football League came(relegated) to an end on Saturday evening following a 2-0 defeat to Kano Pillars at the Sani Abacha Stadium. The nomadic side, without a permanent home ground, entered matchday 33 rooted to the bottom of the league and in desperate need of a result. However, […]
Ikorodu City Thrash Katsina United 6-0 in NPFL
Ikorodu City delivered a commanding performance to sweep aside Katsina United 6-0 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Thursday evening, keeping their continental hopes alive in their debut Nigeria Premier Football League season. First-half goals from Emmanuel Solomon and Shola Adelani, combined with four more strikes after the break, helped the Lagos-based side climb into […]
Heartland’s Elvis Ori: The Masked Midfielder’s Scary Injury and Triumphant Return
Elvis Ori, Heartland‘s skilled midfielder, will never forget the day he suffered a devastating cheekbone injury during an NPFL match against Bendel Insurance in Owerri. The incident occurred in December 2024, and Ori was out of action for almost four months. Now, he’s back on the pitch, donning a face mask to protect his vulnerable […]
Remo Stars Fights Back to Earn Draw Against Lobi Stars
Remo Stars fought back from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw against bottom-placed Lobi Stars in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 30 fixture played on Wednesday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. The fixture had been postponed due to the involvement of several Remo Stars players with the national team […]
NPFL: Rivers United Aims to Keep Pressure on Remo Stars
Rivers United coach, Finidi George, has revealed that his team will continue to put pressure on league leaders Remo Stars in the upcoming matches of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Speaking after their 2-1 win over Plateau United, Finidi expressed his team’s determination to maintain their strong performance and challenge Remo Stars for the […]
Musa, Abdullahi Doubtful As Kano Pillars Face Heartland
Kano Pillars’ preparations for their Matchday 32 fixture against Heartland in Owerri have been dealt a blow as Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi are doubtful for the clash. Musa, who rejoined Kano Pillars after a brief stint in Turkey, had travelled to Saudi Arabia for prayers and is expected back home between Tuesday and Thursday. […]
Remo Stars Maintain NPFL Lead with 2-0 Win Over Enyimba
Nigeria Premier Football League(NPFL) leaders Remo Stars held on to their eight-point advantage at the top of the table with a 2-0 win over former champions Enyimba in Ikenne on Thursday. The win, which was secured through goals from Olamilekan Adedayo and Samson Olasupo, marked the 19th victory of the season for Daniel Ogunmodede’s side. […]
SHOOTING STARS SHINE BRIGHT, DEFEAT NIGER TORNADOES 3-1
In a thrilling encounter, Shooting Stars secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Niger Tornadoes in their Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) clash. The Oluyole Warriors dominated the match from start to finish, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. The hosts got off to a flying start, scoring two goals in the first half to […]