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Ladan Bosso Returns as Bayelsa United Head Coach

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 17, 2024

Former Flying Eagles head coach, Ladan Bosso, has accepted an offer to manage Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL side, Bayelsa United. This marks Bosso’s second stint with the club, having previously managed them between 2012 and 2014. At 56 years old, Bosso brings extensive experience to the Restoration Boys, who struggled last season, narrowly avoiding

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Enugu Rangers Kick Off NPFL Title Defence Against El Kanemi Warriors

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 17, 2024

Enugu Rangers, the reigning NPFL champions, will commence their title defence at home against cup holders El Kanemi Warriors. El Kanemi Warriors have returned to the top flight after securing promotion from the NNL and clinching the country’s cup competition by defeating Abia Warriors 2-0 in the President Federation Cup final. Other promoted clubs, Ikorodu

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NPFL Clubs Decide on Abridged Season

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 16, 2024

The 20 clubs in the Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL are set to decide on the format for the new season at their Annual General Meeting AGM in Abuja. The clubs will choose between a full scheduled league of 38 matchdays and an abridged season due to financial constraints. The lack of a title sponsor

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Imama Amapakabo Promises Trophies for Abia Warriors Next Season

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 14, 2024

Imama Amapakabo, the newly appointed coach of Abia Warriors, has assured fans and supporters that they can expect trophies next season. Abia Warriors narrowly missed out on winning titles and qualifying for continental competitions after their defeat to El Kanemi Warriors in the Federation Cup final. Amapakabo, who previously served as an assistant coach for

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Fidelis Ilechukwu Faces Challenges in Defending NPFL Title

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 13, 2024

Rangers Technical Adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has acknowledged the difficulties of defending the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL title after leading the Flying Antelopes to their eighth NPFL championship last season. In a recent statement to Rangers media, Ilechukwu expressed his commitment to preparing a strong team for the new season, focusing on both the NPFL

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Paul Offor Takes Charge as New Kano Pillars Coach

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 13, 2024

Paul Offor, the former coach of Sporting Lagos, has been officially appointed as the new head coach of NPFL club Kano Pillars. Offor has signed a two year contract, succeeding Abdu Maikaba, who was dismissed by the management board. Offor’s tenure at Sporting Lagos saw him achieve promotion to the NPFL, although his stint ended

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Remo Stars Not Ready for CAF Champions League Clash with ASFAR Morocco

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 12, 2024

Junior Nduka, captain of Remo Stars of Ikenne, has admitted that the team is not yet prepared for their upcoming CAF Champions League encounter against ASFAR of Morocco. The confession came after the draw that paired Remo Stars with ASFAR in the first round preliminary stage. Reflecting on their past encounters, Nduka recalled how Remo

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Enyimba Receives Bye in CAF Confederation Cup

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 12, 2024

Due to their impressive record on the continent, Enyimba has been exempted from the first preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. Known as ‘The People’s Elephant,’ they are among 12 clubs granted a bye. The other clubs include USMA Algiers Algeria, Asec Mimosas Cote d’Ivoire, Stade Malien Mali, El Masry and Zamalek Egypt, Simba

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Imama Amapakabo Returns to Lead Abia Warriors

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 11, 2024

Imama Amapakabo, the former Nigeria U23 coach, has rejoined Abia Warriors to lead the team in the new NPFL season. He has signed a two year contract with the Umuahia based club. Amapakabo previously managed the Abia Warriors during the 2020/21 season. His coaching career in the NPFL includes stints with Enyimba and El Kanemi

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Abia Comets Chairman Explains High Player Drop

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 8, 2024

Chief Boniface Uche, Chairman of Abia Comets FC, has clarified the reasons behind the club’s decision to drop a significant number of players. This move is part of a strategic plan to re engineer the team for improved performance in the upcoming football season. Abia Comets, who finished fifth in the 2023/2024 NNL season with

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