Nigerian Premier League

In a significant change at Rivers United FC, long serving coach Stanley Eguma has been dismissed from his position as the club’s Technical Manager. Eguma, who began his tenure with the Dolphins in 2008 and continued after the merger with Sharks to form Rivers United in 2016, has been a key figure in the team’s […]

Ahead of this weekend’s matchday 34 encounter in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, Remo Stars’ Chief Coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, emphasized that his team cannot afford to drop any points in their quest for the 2023/24 NPFL title. Currently, Remo Stars are in third place with 56 points, tied with second placed Enyimba International. With

In the ongoing 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL season, teams have secured a total of 25 away wins out of 330 games, according to statistics released by the NPFL board. Home teams have dominated with 226 victories, while 79 matches ended in draws. Across 33 matchdays, a total of 708 goals have been scored,

Akwa United’s striker Sani Suleiman has been awarded the NPFL Player of the Week for Week 33. His impressive performance, featuring a brace against Lobi Stars, has propelled Akwa United out of the relegation zone. Suleiman opened the scoring at the 20 minute mark and later secured the winning goal midway through the second half.

Enyimba triumphed in the ‘Oriental Derby’ against Abia Warriors, securing a crucial 1-0 victory thanks to a 72nd minute goal by veteran Bernard Ovoke. This win keeps Enyimba in second place, just four points behind leaders Enugu Rangers, who dominated Bayelsa United with a 3-0 victory, featuring a brace from Godwin Obaje. Remo Stars’ title

Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL action is set to resume today following a break that allowed Rivers United to play their outstanding games and for the President Federation Cup matches to proceed. Week 33 fixtures will heighten the competition for the championship, with leaders Enugu Rangers competing against Bayelsa United, and close contenders Remo Stars

Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, has urged clubs and match referees to adhere to the rules and maintain the spirit of the game as the season nears its end. Elegbeleye praised the clubs for their improved performances and competitiveness, emphasizing the need to avoid controversies in the final six matches.

Enyimba Football Club has announced the appointment of Olanrewaju Yemi Daniel as their new head coach. Previously serving as an assistant to former head coach Finidi George, Yemi has been promoted to lead the team following George’s departure to join the Super Eagles coaching staff. The club’s official statement highlighted Coach Yemi’s commitment, expertise, and

Abia Warriors coach, Bethel Oji, expressed his satisfaction after his team secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Sporting Supreme to advance to the round of 16 in the FA Cup. Oji acknowledged the challenges of the FA Cup, noting that matches are tough regardless of the opponent. He highlighted a crucial tactical adjustment made during

Remo Stars forward, Sikiru Alimi, attributes his outstanding goal-scoring record in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL to his dedication and hard work. Alimi, who has scored 14 goals this season, shared his insights during an interview with Rooted in the Game. Scoring 14 goals in the NPFL has not been easy, it’s been hard