NPFL Imposes ₦9 Million Fine on Katsina United After Barau FC Violence
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has handed Katsina United a ₦9 million fine and ordered the club to play all remaining home matches behind closed doors at a neutral venue in Jos. The sanctions follow violent incidents during Katsina United’s 1–1 draw against Barau FC at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. Reports say a Katsina […]
Super Eagles Coach Chelle Facing Unpaid Salary Ahead of World Cup Playoffs
Unpaid months for Eric Chelle spotlight NFF payment culture ahead of qualifying decider As Nigeria prepares for its crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off tie, coach Eric Chelle finds himself in an unexpected off-field battle: unpaid salaries. According to multiple reports, the Super Eagles boss is yet to receive full remuneration for recent months, raising […]
Oriental Derby Ends in Goalless Draw: Abia Warriors Hold Enyimba
State rivals lock horns in evenly matched encounter as season intensifies. In a tightly contested encounter in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 12 clash, Enyimba International FC of Aba salvaged a hard-fought 0-0 draw away at neighbours Abia Warriors FC at the Umuahia Township Stadium. The meeting; one of the standout “Oriental Derby” […]
NPFL Matchday 12: Kwara United Rescue A Point Against Table-Toppers Nasarawa United
Anas Yusuf strike followed by Aule Johnmark equaliser keeps the Solid Miners from full points At the sun-drenched Lafia City Stadium, the visitors from Ilorin brought a message and left with a statement. On Sunday, Kwara United earned a well-deserved 1-1 draw against the league-leading Nasarawa United in Matchday 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football […]
Nasiru ‘Baggio’ Jibrin Powers Wikki Tourists To Victory Against Niger Tornadoes
The Bauchi Elephants grind out a 1-0 win in Matchday 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football League In a tense encounter at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi’s own Wikki Tourists edged out Niger Tornadoes 1-0 in Matchday 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), thanks to a dramatic late strike by super-sub Nasiru […]
Jacob Murphy Declines Early Super Eagles Call-Up
Newcastle United winger sets condition on representing Nigeria under coach Éric Chellé ahead of 2026 World Cup push. Eligible to represent England, Ireland and Nigeria through his parentage, Newcastle United winger Jacob Murphy has recently turned down an offer from the Super Eagles to commit to Nigeria; at least for now. The development, confirmed by […]
Aliyu Zubairu Joins Telecom SC Egypt: Flying Eagles Coach Embarks on International Venture
A fresh international chapter for the Nigerian coach as he takes on promotion ambitions in Egypt. Aliyu Zubairu, the former head coach of Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, has officially joined Telecom SC in Egypt on a two-year deal, marking a significant milestone in the career of one of Nigeria’s most respected youth […]
Rivers United vs Ikorodu City: NPFL Rescheduled Showdown in Port Harcourt
A Crucial NPFL Fixture Under the Lights in Port Harcourt The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) 2025 season continues with a rescheduled clash as Rivers United host Ikorodu City FC at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, October 29. This game, initially postponed due to fixture congestion earlier in the campaign, now […]
Rivers United make history, book spot in Africa’s elite group phase
The Pride of Rivers overturn a first-leg deficit to become Nigeria’s first club in the group phase since 2018. It was a night to remember for Nigerian club football as Rivers United produced a gutsy comeback to qualify for the group stage of the 2025‑26 CAF Champions League. After losing 1-0 in the first leg […]
NPFL Matchday 10 Kicks Off Nationwide: Katsina United Draw First Blood
Weekend games promise fireworks as Enyimba, Plateau United, and 3SC chase crucial points. The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) enters its 10th week, with Katsina United FC claiming a narrow 1-0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors FC in the first fixture played on Friday, October 24, 2025. Mudashiru Adamu officiated the match at the Muhammadu Dikko […]