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NPFL 2025–26 season slated to kick off on 22 August

By Kelechi / NPFL / June 14, 2025

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 […]

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Anas Clinches NPFL Golden Boot, to Receive ₦3.6 Million from Eunisell

By Kelechi / NPFL / June 11, 2025

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.

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Alaekwe Set to Leave Akwa United After Contract Expiry and Relegation

By Kelechi / NPFL / June 8, 2025

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

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Enyimba Begin Contract Talks with Eguma After Promising Season Finish

By Kelechi / NPFL / June 7, 2025

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

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Anas Yusuf Wins NPFL Golden Boot with 18-Goal Haul

By Kelechi / NPFL / May 26, 2025

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

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Barnabas Daniel’s Heroics Spare El Kanemi Warriors from NPFL Drop

By Kelechi / NPFL / May 26, 2025

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

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Enyimba Aim to Finish NPFL Season with Flair Against Plateau United

By Kelechi / NPFL / May 25, 2025

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

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Rangers Suffer Triple Injury Blow Before Federation Cup Semifinal

By Kelechi / NPFL / May 20, 2025

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

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Obaje: ‘Rangers Will Make Amends With President Federation Cup’

By Kelechi / NPFL / May 17, 2025

Rangers forward Godwin Obaje has expressed optimism that the club can redeem their season by winning the President Federation Cup, despite a disappointing NPFL campaign. The Flying Antelopes, who are seven-time Nigerian champions, struggled throughout the 2024/2025 season, finishing 8th on the league table with 52 points. Obaje acknowledged the club’s underperformance but is hopeful

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Finidi Confident Rivers United Will Secure CAF Champions League Spot

By Kelechi / NPFL / May 16, 2025

Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George is confident that his team will secure second place in the NPFL standings, ensuring qualification for the CAF Champions League. Rivers United currently hold second place with 61 points from 37 matches, while Abia Warriors are just one point behind. The decisive game for Rivers United is their final

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