‘Plateau United, Kano Pillars may decide Rangers’ season’

Enugu Rangers’ Manager, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has described as potential season-defining matches the club’s forthcoming games against Plateau United...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA 16 hours ago

Handball: Kano Pillars ready for 2024 Ardova League

The head coach of Kano Pillars HC, Solomon Yola has said his team is ready for the first phase of the 2024 Ardova Handball Premier League. The 1st...
ACLSPORTS.COM Apr 25

Federation Cup: Kano Pillars Battle Rangers In Abuja, Insurance begin Defence Against Stormers

 27 total views,  27 views today By Amaechi Agbo Bwari Stadium in Abuja on Thursday, May 2, will be the cynosure of all eyes as two giants, Kano...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG Apr 25

Rangers, Pillars to battle as Federation Cup resumes next week

The highlight of the round of 64 of the rebranded President Federation Cup, which holds next week, is a repeat of the 2018 edition of the country’s...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Apr 24

Nigeria: Kano Pillars Smash Gombe United 4-0 to Begin Revival

[Daily Trust] Kano Pillars' bid to finish the 2023/2024 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season in a more decent position received a big...
ALLAFRICA.COM Apr 23

Kano Pillars beat Gombe United 4-0, Rabiu Ali scores brace

Two first-half goals from Kano Pillars captain, Rabiu Ali, were the tonic for the team’s 4-0 victory against visiting Gombe United Football Club on...
NEWSDIARYONLINE.COM Apr 22

NPFL Player of Week: Rabiu Ali just keeps on going at 43

The NPFL Player of Week 31 is Rabiu Ali of Kano Pillars. The 43-year-old midfielder scored twice and provided an assist for his club to record a...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 22

NPFL: Kano Pillars win big; Lobi Stars held at home

Kano Pillars thumped Gombe United 4-0 to return to winning ways as match day 31 matches were concluded in the Nigeria Premier Football League on...
ACLSPORTS.COM Apr 21

NPFL: Rangers Fall To Rivers United, Enyimba Draw Away

Leaders Rangers fell to a 2-0 defeat against Rivers United in Port Harcourt on Sunday. Fidelis Ilechukwu's side however maintained top spot on the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 21

NPFL: Biffo loses in Sporting Lagos debut, Kano Pillars put four past Gombe, Finidi George’s Enyimba play out stalemate against Sunshine Stars

Soccernet.ng brings the major highlights of an action-packed matchday 31 in the 2023/2024 season of the Nigeria Professional Football League. Abia...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 21

Kano Pillars Captain Rabiu Ali Attributes Long Football Career to Discipline, Health Consciousness

Kano Pillars’ veteran midfielder and captain, Rabiu Ali, has shed light on the secrets behind his enduring football career, which has spanned over...
SPORTS247 Apr 20

Kano Gov’t Gives Kano Pillars Ultimatum To Win 3 Games

The Kano State Government, through its Acting Commissioner of Youths and Sports, Hon. Hamza Safiyanu Kachako, has issued a three-game ultimatum to...
LEADERSHIP.NG Apr 19

Kano Pillars technical crew get three-game ultimatum over poor results

Kano Pillars technical crew led by Abdul Makaiba have been given a three match ultimatum by the state government to turn around the fortunes of the...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 19

Sports Minister Sets Deadline On Appointment Of New Super Eagles Coach

Sports Minister John Enoh has said the new Super Eagles head coach will be unveiled in the next two weeks. The position has remain vacant since the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 19

Federation Cup: Kano Pillars, Rangers Clash In Star Match Of Round 64

Last year’s runners-up, Enugu Rangers will go up against Kano Pillars in what is indisputably the pick of the men’s Round of 64 matches of this...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 19

Federation Cup: Kano Pillars in battle royal against Enugu Rangers + other round of 64 fixtures 

Last year’s runners-up, Enugu Rangers will go up against Kano Pillars in what is indisputably the pick of the men’s Round of 64 matches of this...
BLUEPRINT.NG Apr 18

Kano Pillars vs Rangers headline Federation Cup round of 64 fixtures

Kano Pillars and Rangers will clash in the standout fixture of the Federation Cup Round of 64. DAILY POST reports that the encounter will be a...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 18

Federations Cup draws: 3SC tackle Solution FC, Pillars to face Rangers

This year’s Federations Cup will see high-riding Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan play Solution FC of Anambra in the Round of 64 while...
SPORTINGTRIBUNE.COM Apr 18

Federation Cup: Pillars in flaming war with Rangers in star match of Round of 64

Last year's runners-up, Enugu Rangers will go up against Kano Pillars in what is indisputably the pick of the men's Round of 64 matches of this...
THENFF Apr 18

Ikhenoba challenges Insurance players to improve despite win over Pillars

Bendel Insurance assistant coach Greg Ikhenoba says the technical crew will work on the lapses identified in their victory against Kano Pillars....
DAILY POST (NG Apr 17

NPFL24: Bendel Insurance FC Returns To Winning Ways After Beating Kano Pillars 2-1 In Benin

Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin on Tuesday, April 16 defeated Kano Pillars 2-1 in the Match Day 30 of the Nigeria Premier Football League...
SPORTS247 Apr 17

Bendel Insurance celebrate victory over Kano Pillars

Bendel Insurance have expressed their happiness with the 2-1 victory over Kano Pillars in their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 30...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 17

Shooting Stars up to 4th after home win over front runners Lobi Stars

Shooting Stars have climbed to fourth after they beat title chasers Lobi Stars 2-0 at home. The Ibadan club now have 49 points from 30 matches, two...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 16

NPFL: Rangers Maintain Top Spot After Edging Abia Warriors In Five-Goal Thriller

Enugu Rangers edged Abia Warriors 3-2 in the Oriental derby at the Nnamdi Azikiwe stadium, Enugu, in week 30 of the Nigeria Premier Football League...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 16

Odigie Returns To Bendel Insurance

Bendel Insurance head coach Monday Odigie has rejoined the team ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 30 encounter against Kano...
LEADERSHIP.NG Apr 15

Odigie returns to Bendel Insurance after spending time in classroom

Bendel Insurance head coach Monday Odigie has rejoined the team ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 30 encounter against Kano...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 14

Kano Pillars Defender Set To Join Nwabali At Chippa United

Nigeria defender, Sani Faisal, is on the verge of joining South African Premier Soccer League club, Chippa United on a permanent transfer from Kano...
LEADERSHIP.NG Apr 14

Another Nigerian set to join Stanley Nwabli at Chippa United

Super Eagles and Kano Pillars left-back, Sani Faisal, is set to join South African Premier Soccer League club, Chippa United, at the end of the...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 13

NPFL announces new dates for matchday 30 fixtures

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has once again rescheduled the matchday 30 fixtures, DAILY POST reports. Three games were initially...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 13

Another NPFL Star Set To Join Nwabali At Chippa United

Nigeria defender, Sani Faisal, is on the verge of joining South African Premier Soccer League club, Chippa United on a permanent transfer from Kano...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 13

Bendel Insurance seek fans support ahead of Kano Pillars tie

Bendel Insurance have solicited for the support of their fans ahead of the matchday 30 fixture against Kano Pillars. The Benin Arsenals suffered...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 13

Transfer: Sani Faisal set to join Nwabali at Chippa United

Nigeria defender, Sani Faisal is set join South African club, Chippa United on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. Faisal will link up with...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 12

Akoro hails Shooting Stars players for impressive run of form

Shooting Stars chairman Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro has showered praises on the club’s players and officials over the recent good run of the team....
DAILY POST (NG Apr 12

NPFL: Shooting Stars Chief Applauds Team’s Recent Performance

The Executive Chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Honourable Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro, has showered praises on the players and officials...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 12

NPFL reschedules matchday 30 fixtures

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has rearranged the matchday 30 fixtures, DAILY POST reports. Three games were initially scheduled to...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 12

Shooting Stars Goalkeeper Odah Optimistic for More Away Victories in NPFL

Shooting Stars’ goalkeeper, Okiemute Odah, is confident that the team has the quality to secure additional away victories in the Nigeria...
SPORTS247 Apr 11

Shooting Stars’ Odah Confident in Team’s Ability to Secure More Away Wins

Shooting Stars goalkeeper Okiemute Odah is optimistic about his team’s prospects of securing additional away victories in the Nigeria Premier...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 11

Okiemute Odah boasts Shooting Stars will win more away games

Shooting Stars goalkeeper, Okiemute Odah, believes that the team is good enough to pick more away victories in the Nigeria Premier Football League....
DAILY POST (NG Apr 11

3SC Boss Ogunbote Hails Historic Comeback Victory against Pillars

Shooting Stars secured a historic away victory against Kano Pillars, breaking a 14-year dry spell with a thrilling 2-1 win. The post 3SC Boss...
BRILA Apr 11

3SC boss hails players after win at Kano Pillars

Shooting Stars technical adviser, Gbenga Ogunbote has commended his players for the away victory against Kano Pillars. The Oluyole Warriors...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 9

Ogunbote hails players after Pillars win

Head coach of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Gbenga Ogunbote, has hailed his players for the spirited performance in his side’s 2-1 win over...
ACLSPORTS.COM Apr 9

NPFL: Ogunbote Lauds Shooting Stars’ Fighting Spirit In Win Over Kano Pillars

Technical Adviser of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Gbenga Ogunbote admitted his players started poorly against Kano Pillars but hailed their...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 9

Shooting Stars Stun Kano Pillars with Late Winner in NPFL Clash

timesng.com: Shooting Stars pulled off a thrilling 2-1 victory over Kano Pillars in a Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) showdown at the...
NNN.NG Apr 8

NPFL: Shooting Stars pip Kano Pillars 2-1 away

Shooting Stars recorded a 2-1 away win against Kano Pillars at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Monday night. Pillars, who were battered 5-0 by holders...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 8

Shooting Stars deal more woes on home team Kano Pillars

Still smarting from a record 5-0 spanking by Enyimba, Kano Pillars were dealt another humiliation after they fell 2-1 to Shooting Stars in front of...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 8

NPFL: Kano Pillars, Shooting Stars matchday 28 tie moved to Monday

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has announced a new date for the matchday 28 fixture between Kano Pillars and Shooting Stars. The game...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 5

Abdullahi Maikaba Reveals Back Story To Terrible Loss to Enyimba

Abdullahi Maikaba, the technical adviser of Kano Pillars Football Club, has attributed the team’s recent poor performance in away games to the...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 5

Kano Pillars Struggle in Away Games Due to Lack of Sports Commissioner – Abdullahi Maikaba

Kano Pillars, a prominent football team, has been facing challenges in their away games. The team’s technical adviser, Abdullahi Maikaba,...
SPORTS247 Apr 5

Maikaba reveals reason behind Kano Pillars’ heavy defeat to Enyimba

Kano Pillars technical adviser Abdullahi Maikaba has revealed that the failure of the state government to appoint a substantial sports commissioner...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 5

NPFL: Enyimba Crush Kano Pillars, Rangers Extend Unbeaten Streak

Enyimba crushed rivals Kano Pillars with a resounding 5-0 victory in Aba, seizing the spotlight midweek in the Nigeria Professional Football League...
BRILA Apr 4

Maikaba hopes heavy loss to Enyimba will save Pillars

Kano Pillars head coach Abdu Maikaba is hopeful that his team’s 5-0 annihilation by Enyimba will send a strong message to the Kano Stage...
ACLSPORTS.COM Apr 4

NPFL: Lobi star cage Sporting Lagos, Enyimba whitewash Kano Pillars, Niger Tonadoes dim Insurance in Benin

Lobi Stars on Wednesday played a one-all draw in the week 28 fixture against Sporting Lagos at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium in Lagos to remain a...
BLUEPRINT.NG Apr 4

NPFL: Enyimba win big; Insurance, Akwa suffer home defeats

Enyimba thrash Kano Pillars 5-0 to emerge as the biggest winners of match day 28 in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Wednesday,...
ACLSPORTS.COM Apr 4

NPFL Player of Week: Flying Atule gets champions Enyimba firing again

Daring Enyimba winger Joseph Atule is the NPFL Player of Week 28. He scored in the 45th and 69th minutes for ‘The People’s Elephant’ to thrash Kano...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 4

Mbaoma shoots to top of NPFL goals chart

Enyimba striker Chijoke Mbaoma is now the leading scorer in the NPFL after he netted his 13th goal of the campaign in a 5-0 mauling of visiting...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 4

NPFL Roundup: Enyimba dismantles Kano Pillars as Doma, Tornadoes secure surprise away victories

While Enyimba players were ruthless at home against Kano Pillars, Akwa United and Bendel Insurance suffered surprising home defeats The post NPFL...
PREMIUM TIMES Apr 3

NPFL: Rangers stay top, Enyimba thrash Kano Pillars

Rangers consolidated top position on the Nigeria Premier Football League table courtesy of a 2-0 home win over Sunshine Stars at the Nnamdi Azikwe...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 3

NPFL Roundup: Sporting Lagos draw at home, Enyimba go five alive against Kano Pillars, Bendel Insurance swept away by Niger Tornadoes

Matchday 28 of the NPFL 2023/2024 season was filled with action and entertainment as surprises bloomed from home to away ends. Soccernet.ng brings...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 3

NPFL: Enyimba Thrash Kano Pillars, Doma United Halt Barren Streak

NPFL: Enyimba Thrash Kano Pillars, Doma United Halt Barren Streak Enyimba thrashed Kano Pillars 5-0 in their Nigeria Premier Football League...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 3

NPFL ROUNDUP: Enugu Rangers stay top as champions Enyimba pile on the pressure

Today, Enugu Rangers consolidated top position in the NPFL courtesy of a 2-0 home win over Sunshine Stars, while defending champions Enyimba...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 3

Finidi George Anticipates Tough Challenge as Enyimba Faces Kano Pillars

Enyimba’s technical adviser, Finidi George, is bracing his team for a challenging encounter as they prepare to face Kano Pillars. The People’s...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 2

Finidi wary of dangerous opponent, Kano Pillars

Enyimba technical adviser, Finidi George is expecting a difficult battle against Kano Pillars. The People’s Elephant will lock horns with Kano...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 2

Finidi, Olorunleke return for Enyimba clash against Kano Pillars

Enyimba technical adviser Finidi George and goalkeeper Ojo Olorunleke have rejoined the team ahead of their clash against Kano Pillars. The duo...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 2

New Akwa United Coach Mohammed Baba Ganaru Confident of Relegation Escape

Mohammed Baba Ganaru, the newly appointed coach of Akwa United, has expressed confidence in his ability to guide the Promise Keepers out of the...
SPORTS247 Apr 1

Rivers United Captain Confident Ahead of CAF Confederations Cup Quarterfinal Clash

As Rivers United gears up to face USM Algers in the CAF Confederations Cup quarterfinal match this weekend, team captain Nyima Nwagua has expressed...
SPORTS247 Mar 30

Enyimba Coach Blames Match Officials For 2-1 Defeat To Kwara United

Enyimba of Aba assistant coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, has blamed match officials for their 2-1 defeat away at Kwara United on Sunday, March 24. Enyimba,...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 25

Finidi Capable Of Handling Super Eagles –Fuludu

Former Nigerian international, Edema Fuludu believes interim coach of the Super Eagles, Finidi George has what it takes to manage the senior...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 24

NPFL: Kano Pillars End Winless Streak, Doma Hold Gombe United

Kano Pillars defeated Sporting Lagos 1-0 at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday to end their barren five winless streak. The hosts got their goal...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 23

NPFL: Kano Pillars end four-game barren run

Kano Pillars ended their four-game winless streak following a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Sporting Lagos at the Sani Abacha Stadium on...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 23

Sporting Lagos coach, Offor banks on Lokosa for victory against Kano Pillars

Sporting Lagos head coach, Paul Offor is banking on forward, Junior Lokosa to deliver the goods for his side against Kano Pillars Offor’s side will...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 19

Rangers Secure Point Away against Kano Pillars

In a thrilling encounter at Sani Abacha Stadium, Enugu Rangers showcased their resilience, earning a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Kano Pillars on...
BRILA Mar 14

Fidelis Ilechukwu Rues Missed Opportunities in Draw with Kano Pillars, Eyes Redemption Against Lobi Stars

Fidelis Ilechukwu, the coach of Rangers International, has attributed his team’s failure to secure victory in the 1-1 draw against Kano Pillars to...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Mar 14

NPFL: Lobi Stars Maintain Top Spot, Shooting Stars Win Away

Lobi Stars maintained their position at the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League following a hard-earned 3-2 win against Rivers United at...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 13

Bayelsa United coach Meremu Okara and Pillars forward Ibrahim Mustapha win NPFL awards for February

Bayelsa United Coach Meremu Okara and Kano Pillars forward Ibrahim Mustapha have been honored with the League Bloggers Awards for their outstanding...
SPORTSRATION.COM Mar 13

Mustapha, Okara win NPFL Player, Coach of the Month award

Kano Pillars forward Ibrahim Mustapha has won the Nigeria Premier Football League Player of the Month award for February. Mustapha scored four...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 13

NFF suspends referee, assistant over poor officiating

The Nigeria Football Federation Refereeing Development Unit has dropped center referee, Jimoh Abdurasheed and his assistant, Zakari Adamu from...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 13

NPFL: Ilechukwu shifts focus to Kano Pillars clash after draw with Kwara United

Rangers head coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has shifted his focus to the midweek tie against Kano Pillars. The Flying Antelopes were held to a goalless...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 11

Maikaba Calls For Thorough Investigation of Match Officials After Rivers United Draw

Kano Pillars head coach, Abdul Maikaba has expressed his disappointment with the referees who officiated his team’s matchday 24 NPFL encounter with...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Mar 11

NPFL: Sunshine Stars Floor Plateau United, Tornadoes Win Away

Sunshine Stars continued their impressive run under head coach Kennedy Boboye courtesy of a 3-1 victory against Plateau United in Jos. Ibrahim...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 9

NPFL: Abia Warriors coach seeks positive outing against Lobi Stars

Abia Warriors coach, Bethel Orji, says it is important for his players to up their performance against league leaders Lobi Stars. The Umuahia club...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 8

Kano Pillars’ Coach Maikaba Aims for Victory Against Rivers United

Abdulahi Maikaba, the technical adviser for Kano Pillars, expresses optimism ahead of their clash with Rivers United in the Nigeria Premier...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Mar 6

Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa Visits Kano Governor (Photos)

Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, visited Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, weeks after leading the national team to the African Cup of...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 6

Maikaba upbeat Kano Pillars will beat Rivers United away

Kano Pillars technical adviser, Abdulahi Maikaba is optimistic of a good result ahead of their trip to Port Harcourt. The Sai Masu Gida will face...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 6

Ijeh Shoots Abia Warriors To Victory In Kano

Star midfielder, Daniel Ijeh was the hero for Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia as his wonder strike at the Sani Abacha Stadium condemned...
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG Mar 5

Kano Pillars unlucky in defeat to Abia Warriors – Maikaba

Kano Pillars technical adviser Abdullahi Maikaba says his team were unlucky in the matchday 23 defeat against Abia Warriors. Maikaba said his...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 5

How Abia Warriors beat Kano Pillars – Coach Orji

Abia Warriors Interim coach, Bethel Orji has revealed that he studied the coaching methods of Abdullahi Maikaba to map out a victory plan against...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 5

NPFL: Ijeh Shoots Abia Warriors To Victory In Kano

Star midfielder, Daniel Ijeh was the hero for Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia as his wonder strike at the Sani Abacha Stadium condemned...
SPORTS247 Mar 5

Five things to know about 18-year-old Kano Pillars forward who scored five goals against Gombe United

Kano Pillars are currently captained by 43-year-old Rabiu Ali and he has won the Nigeria Professional Football League four times. Kano Pillars...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 2

Wrestling Federation Upbeat On Good Performance At The African Games

The President Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Dr. Daniel Igali has expressed optimism on the performance of Nigerian Wrestlers at the African Games...
SPORTS247 Mar 1

NPFL: Katsina United’s Coach Abubakar Hails ‘Double Victory’ Over Kano Pillars in Thrilling Encounter

Katsina United triumphed over the formidable Kano Pillars in a thrilling 3-2 victory in the NPFL. The post-match atmosphere was electric as Coach...
SPORTS247 Feb 29
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