NPFL

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Emmanuel Etafia has cautioned Nigerian clubs against getting swept up in the excitement surrounding the revamped 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. He insists they should prioritise solid performances in CAF competitions first. Set for June–July 2025 in the USA, the expanded tournament will feature 32 clubs four from Africa but Nigerian teams have […]

Gateway United have been relegated to the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO) after a 15‑year stint in the Nigeria National League (NNL), following the conclusion of the 2024–25 season. The drop comes as part of a league-wide demotion affecting 12 clubs, as confirmed by the NNL board. The Abeokuta-based outfit’s season saw significant turmoil, including

Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League, has announced that the 2025–26 NPFL campaign will commence on Friday, 22 August 2025, concluding on Sunday, 24 May 2026. The scheduling adjustment aims to synchronise with both CAF and FIFA calendars, ensuring clubs have ample time for rest, domestic duties and continental assignments. Retaining the

Nasarawa United’s striker, Anas Yusuf, has secured the 2024–25 NPFL Golden Boot by scoring 18 goals, finishing the season as the league’s top scorer. His goals proved crucial in helping the Solid Miners avoid relegation, contributing nearly half of their total goals. Yusuf’s tally includes two hat‑tricks and a mix of open-play and penalty goals.

Akwa United’s leading goal scorer Chijioke Alaekwe is poised to leave the club after his contract expired at the end of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The 26 year old forward confirmed he is now a free agent and unlikely to return to the club, which was recently relegated to the second

Enyimba FC have officially opened negotiations with coach Stanley Eguma regarding a new contract ahead of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The former Rivers United boss stepped in mid-season during the 2024/2025 campaign, replacing 33 year old Yemi Olanrewaju on a short-term deal. During his brief tenure, Eguma guided the People’s Elephant

Nasarawa United captain Anas Yusuf has been officially crowned the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Goal King for the 2024/25 season. The CHAN Eagles forward netted 18 goals, including two hat-tricks, as his side battled to maintain their top-flight status. Yusuf’s goals were pivotal, accounting for nearly half of Nasarawa United’s total of 40 league

El Kanemi Warriors have secured their Nigeria Premier Football League status for another season thanks to a crucial goal by Barnabas Daniel, who has been named NPFL Player of the Week for Matchday 38. Facing Sunshine Stars in a tense final day showdown, Daniel struck around the half-hour mark in Maiduguri, netting only his second

Enyimba will host Plateau United on Sunday in what promises to be an emotionally charged end to the 2024/2025 NPFL season. Although the title and continental spots are already decided, this clash remains a matter of pride for Nigeria’s most decorated club. The showdown at Enyimba Stadium in Aba marks Matchday 38, with both teams

Rangers International of Enugu will be without three key players Ejike Ugochukwu, Kingsley Maduforo, and Hillary Ekeh when they face Kwara United in the President Federation Cup semifinal on Wednesday. The high stakes clash is set for the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos. Head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu led his team to Lagos without the