NPFL Week 6 Preview: Enyimba Tested, Remo Stars Travel, and Strugglers pursue Redemption

The Nigeria Premier Football League enters Matchday 6 with pressure building across the board – from title contenders like Enyimba and Remo Stars, to clubs at the wrong end of the table fighting to turn their season around. This weekend promises tactical battles, must-win home ties, and the continuation of Nigeria’s most competitive domestic campaign in years.

The Nigeria Premier Football League returns today for Week 6, with key fixtures shaping early-season narratives. From top-table duels to relegation six-pointers, this weekend is loaded with stakes.

Enyimba vs Ikorodu City – Undefeated Runs Collide

Enyimba travel to Lagos in red-hot form, still unbeaten after five matches (W3 D2). Their hosts, Ikorodu City, have impressed at home and will be eager to knock the giants off balance. With both sides defending proud records, expect a tight affair.

 Stat Watch: Enyimba are yet to concede in their last 3 matches.

Abia Warriors vs Remo Stars – Continental Hangover or Domestic Dominance?

Remo Stars, fresh from CAF Champions League action, face a dangerous away trip to Abia Warriors. Managing squad fatigue will be crucial. The Warriors, meanwhile, see this as a golden chance to claim a statement win.

 Rotation Watch: Will Coach Tiago Conde rest key players?

Shooting Stars vs Warri Wolves – Time to Deliver

3SC are under pressure in Ibadan after a slow start. A win over visiting Warri Wolves could calm nerves, but Wolves have proven resilient travellers.

 Form Guide: Shooting Stars have 1 win in their last 5 games.

Akwa United vs Plateau United – Must-Win for Akwa

Following a 3‑2 loss in Week 5, Akwa United return home needing a win to avoid falling further behind. They face Plateau United, whose draw last weekend showed grit.

 Suspension Blow: Akwa’s striker Ubong Ekpai misses this one after a red card last week.
 

Other Fixtures to Watch

 MFM vs El-Kanemi Warriors – Can MFM spark a revival in front of home fans?

 Niger Tornadoes vs Rivers United – Rivers are unbeaten and want to stay near the top.

 Lobi Stars vs Heartland FC – Middle-table clash with upset potential.

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