Battle for points as NPFL matchday three actions hold

The struggle for points in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) continues this weekend as clubs take to the pitch for the matchday three...
SPORTINGTRIBUNE.COM● Sep 11

NPFL: Ali laments Bendel Insurance’s ‘unlucky’ loss to Nasarawa United

Bendel Insurance head coach, Jolomi Ali, has said his team deserved more from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday two encounter...
DAILY POST (NG● Sep 7

Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance Unlucky in Defeat to Nasarawa United — Ali

Bendel Insurance head coach Jolomi Ali believes his side were unlucky to suffer a 1-0 defeat to Nasarawa United in their Nigeria Premier Football...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Sep 7

NPFL: Nasarawa United will get better with more games – Mangut

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut believes his team will get better as the season progresses. The Solid Miners laboured to a 1-0...
DAILY POST (NG● Sep 7

Nasarawa United Will Improve With More Games — Mangut

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, is confident his side will continue to improve as the EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Sep 7

Barau FC target ‘big things’ after winning start to NPFL season

Barau FC head coach Eugene Agagbe says the Kano club are aiming for major success in the 2026/27 EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League season...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Sep 6

NPFL: Barau FC want to win title this season – Atule

Barau FC striker, Joseph Atule, has revealed that the team’s target is to win the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title. Atule...
DAILY POST (NG● Sep 6

EuroMatch NPFL: “We Will Regroup and Bounce Back Stronger” — Mangut Reacts To Barau 3-1 Defeat

Nasarawa United head coach Mbwas Mangut has urged his players to quickly put their opening-day disappointment behind them and respond strongly...
SPORTS247● Aug 31

EuroMatch NPFL: “I’m Looking at 19 to 20 Goals” — Joseph Atule Fires Barau FC To Winning Start

Joseph Atule has wasted no time turning his personal ambition into action, opening his EuroMatch NPFL campaign with a goal as Barau FC defeated...
SPORTS247● Aug 31

Mangut frustrated as Nasarawa United suffer opening-day defeat by Barau FC

Nasarawa United head coach Mbwas Mangut says his side were unfortunate to leave the Sani Abacha Stadium empty-handed after a 3-1 defeat by Barau FC...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Aug 31

EuroMatch NPFL: Mangut Bemoans Nasarawa United’s Unlucky Defeat To Barau FC

Nasarawa United head coach Mbwas Mangut has expressed disappointment following his side’s 3-1 defeat to Barau FC, reports Completesports.com. The...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Aug 31

NPFL: Nasarawa United didn’t deserve Barau FC defeat — Mangut

Nasarawa United head coach Mbwas Mangut has lamented his team’s defeat to Barau FC, DAILY POST reports. The Solid Miners got their 2026/27 Nigeria...
DAILY POST (NG● Aug 31

NPFL: Barau ‌‌‌‌‌​FC begin campaign with victory over Nasarawa United

In a post-match interview, Barau FC Head Coach, Eugene Agbabe, commended his players for their fighting spirit after securing a 3-1 victory over...
PMNEWSNIGERIA.COM● Aug 31

NPFL: Nasarawa United sign 17 new players for new season

Nasarawa United have fortified their squad with the signing of 17 new players, DAILY POST reports. The list consists of one goalkeeper, four...
DAILY POST (NG● Aug 30

NPFL Nasarawa United unveil new signings ahead of season opener

NPFL side Nasarawa United have officially unveiled their new signings and three youth players from the youth team for the 2026/27 season,...
ACLSPORTS.COM● Aug 29

NPFL: here to take care of business at Shooting Stars – Salisu Yusuf

Technical adviser of NPFL side, Shooting Stars Sports Club of Ibadan, Salisu Yusuf has revealed his ambitions with the club, as the new season...
ACLSPORTS.COM● Aug 28

Nigeria: NPFL Top Scorer, Anas, to Battle Osimhen, Lookman for Nigeria Pitch Award Honour

[This Day] Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) top scorer, Anas Yusuf of Nasarawa United FC is set to give his more illustrious Nigerian forwards,
ALLAFRICA.COM● Aug 28

Nigeria: Interview - Why I Joined Rangers and What I Want to Achieve This Season - Ifeanyi Okechukwu

[Premium Times] The 21-year-old midfielder joins Rangers after gaining valuable experience with Niger Tornadoes, Enyimba, and Nasarawa United, and...
ALLAFRICA.COM● Aug 26

INTERVIEW: Why I joined Rangers and what I want to achieve this season – Ifeanyi Okechukwu

The 21-year-old midfielder joins Rangers after gaining valuable experience with Niger Tornadoes, Enyimba, and Nasarawa United, and he believes his...
PREMIUM TIMES● Aug 26

Anas Yusuf Of Nasarawa United Challenges Osimhen, Lookman For Best Nigerian Striker Award

Nasarawa United of Lafia star, Anas Yusuf will have his eyes on a remarkable part of history next month, when he goes out against Galatasaray of...
SPORTS247● Aug 24

NPFL Top Scorer, Anas, to Battle Osimhen, Lookman for Nigeria Pitch Award Honour

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) top scorer, Anas Yusuf of Nasarawa United FC is set to give his more illustrious Nigerian forwards, Ademola...
THISDAYLIVE● Aug 24

NPFL: Nasarawa United sign Umar from Barau FC 

Nasarawa United have secured the services of Mohammad Umar ahead of the new season, DAILY POST reports. Umar joined the Solid Miners from Nigeria...
DAILY POST (NG● Aug 17

Nasarawa United edge out Katsina United on penalties to reach Gusau/AHLAN semi-finals

Nasarawa United defeated hosts Katsina United 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to reach the semi-finals of the fifth Gusau/AHLAN Preseason...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Aug 17

Shooting Stars Appoint Salisu Yusuf as New Technical Adviser

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) have appointed experienced tactician Salisu Yusuf as the club’s new Technical Adviser. Yusuf brings more than two...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Aug 14

Nigeria winger Mohammed Garba linked with AS Trencin move from Nasarawa United

Nigeria winger Mohammed Garba, who plays for Nasarawa United, has been linked with a move to AS Trencin in Slovakia’s Nike Liga. The 19-year-old is...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Aug 14

Nigeria winger Mohammed Garba has been linked with a move from Nasarawa United to Slovakian club AS Trencin.

The 19-year-old left winger is the subject of a transfer rumour connecting the NPFL side with Trencin, who play in Slovakia’s Nike Liga. Garba has...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL● Aug 14

Mohammed Garba linked with AS Trencin move after 42 NPFL appearances

Nigeria winger Mohammed Garba is being linked with a move from Nasarawa United to Slovakian club AS Trencin. The 19-year-old, who plays as a left...
AFRICASOCCER.COM● Aug 14

NPFL: Okechukwu joins Rangers from Nasarawa United

Ifeanyi Okechukwu has joined reigning Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Rangers, DAILY POST reports. Okechukwu linked up with the...
DAILY POST (NG● Aug 13

NNL: Slovakian club AS Trenčín sign Mohammed Garba

Mohammad Garba has completed a move to Slovakian club, AS Trenčín, DAILY POST reports. Garba joined AS Trenčín from Nigeria National League, NNL,...
DAILY POST (NG● Aug 7

Rivers United bring in Nigeria centre-back Emmanuel Utaka from Nasarawa United

Rivers United have signed Nigeria centre-back Emmanuel Utaka from Nasarawa United on a free transfer, adding the 19-year-old defender to their...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Aug 2

Emmanuel Utaka joins Rivers United in fresh NPFL move

Nigeria defender Emmanuel Utaka has joined Rivers United from Nasarawa United on a free transfer, completing a move that keeps the 19-year-old...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL● Aug 2

Nigeria defender Emmanuel Utaka joins Rivers United on free transfer

Nigeria centre-back Emmanuel Utaka has joined Rivers United from Nasarawa United on a free transfer, completing a move within the Nigerian...
AFRICASOCCER.COM● Aug 2

Shooting Stars sign Nigeria midfielder Olakunle Akala from Kano Pillars

Nigeria midfielder Olakunle Akala has joined Shooting Stars from Kano Pillars, adding a 23-year-old defensive midfielder to the NPFL club's squad....
AFRICASOCCER.COM● Jul 31

Governor Sule Doles out Over N75 Million, Cars to Women’s FA Cup Champions, Amazons, Nasarawa United, Feeder Team, State FA

….Rewards NUFC Media Director, Eche on Professionalism Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State, today, played host to the State’s Premier Women’s...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG● Jul 25

Segun Adekunle: Nigerian defender joins Barau FC from Nasarawa United in NPFL move

Nigerian centre-back Segun Adekunle has joined Barau FC from Nasarawa United, completing a move within the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)....
AFRICASOCCER.COM● Jul 21

Segun Adekunle: Nigeria Defender Joins Barau FC from Nasarawa United

Nigeria centre-back Segun Adekunle has joined Barau FC from Nasarawa United, strengthening the NPFL side’s defensive options ahead of the new...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Jul 21

Segun Adekunle: Nigerian defender leaves Nasarawa United to join Barau FC in NPFL move

Nigeria centre-back Segun Adekunle has joined Barau FC from Nasarawa United as the NPFL side reshape their defensive options ahead of the new...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL● Jul 21

NPFL: Family secures move to Nasarawa United 

Nasarawa United have wrapped up the signing of defender Ahmed Family, DAILY POST reports. Family joined the Solid Miners on a two-year contract....
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 17

NPFL: Barau FC set to sign free agent Adekunle Samuel

Adekunle Samuel is on the verge of joining Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Barau FC. Samuel is reported to have agreed personal terms...
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 17

NPFL: John Joshua set for Nasarawa United exit

John Joshua is on the verge of completing a move away from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Nasarawa United. Joshua and the Solid Miners...
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 13

Hussaini Mubarak: Nigerian defender joins BSK Bijelo Brdo on long-term deal

Teenage Nigerian defender Hussaini Mubarak has joined Croatian side BSK Bijelo Brdo, signing a contract until 31 May 2029. The 19-year-old...
AFRICASOCCER.COM● Jul 11

NPFL: Ranchers Bees suffer defeat to Nasarawa United in warm-up game

Non-league side Nasara United defeated Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Ranchers Bees 1-0 in a warm-up match on Wednesday. The game was...
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 9

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes appoint Tyabo Chief Coach, Baruwa Goalkeeper Trainer ahead new season

Niger Tornadoes have appointed experienced tactician Abdullahi Umar Tyabo as Chief Coach and former Nasarawa United goalkeeper trainer Olatunji...
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 6

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes appoint Baruwa first team goalkeeping coach

Niger Tornadoes have completed their backroom overhaul by naming Olatunji Abiodun Baruwa as first team goalkeeping coach, DAILY POST reports....
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 5

NPFL: Nasarawa United keen to keep Baruwa amid links with other clubs

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Olatunji Baruwa is on the radar of several Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, clubs ahead of the 2026-27...
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 3

CAF Interclub Competitions: Nigerian clubs to begin continental campaigns September

Rangers, Rivers United, and Shooting Stars will begin their continental quest in September, DAILY POST reports. Nigeria Premier Football League,...
DAILY POST (NG● Jul 3

Lobi Stars appoint Bala Nikyu to spearhead NPFL return campaign

Former Nasarawa United F.C. Technical Adviser, Bala Nikyu, has been unveiled as the new Technical Adviser of Lobi Stars F.C. ahead of the 2026/2027...
BLUEPRINT.NG● Jun 30

NPFL: Nasarawa United embark on 21-day break

Nasarawa United have announced a 21-day off-season break for their players, technical crew and backroom staff following the conclusion of the...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 24

Referees’ body condemns attack on officials after Nasarawa United Federation Cup tie

Reacting to the development, NFRA Acting President, Kelechi Mejuobi, expressed deep concern over the recurring attacks on referees at football...
PREMIUM TIMES● Jun 19

President Federation Cup: Asaba to host final July 11 

Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba will host the final of this year’s men’s and women’s President Federation Cup on Saturday, 11 July, DAILY POST...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 18

President Federation Cup: Nasarawa United making progress despite semi-final exit – Babanjah 

Nasarawa United Chairman, Solomon Babanjah, has described the 2025/26 season as one of progress for the team. The Solid Miners finished in sixth...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 18

Asaba to host President Federation Cup grand finale on 11th July

The Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, capital of Delta State will play host to this year's grand finale of men's and women's competition of the...
THENFF● Jun 18

President Federation Cup: Mangut Proud Of Nasarawa United’s Run Despite Defeat To Ikorodu City

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, expressed pride in his team’s performance despite their defeat to Ikorodu City in the semi-finals...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Jun 18

President Federation Cup: Osanga laments Nasarawa United’s exit

Nasarawa United captain King Osanga has lamented the team’s exit from the President Federation Cup, DAILY POST reports. The Solid Miners lost 4-2...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 18

President Federation Cup: Mangut hails players despite Ikorodu City loss

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, has commended his team’s performance despite their elimination from the President Federation Cup....
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 18

El-Kanemi Warriors set final clash with Ikorodu City in President Federation Cup

Three-time winners El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri will face Ikorodu City in the men’s final of this year’s President Federation Cup after both...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Jun 18

2026 President Federation Cup Semi-Final: Ikorodu City Edge Nasarawa United on Penalties to Reach Final

  Ikorodu City have booked their place in the final of the 2026 President Federation Cup after a dramatic semi-final victory over Nasarawa United,...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Jun 18

Ikorodu City Set Up President Federation Cup Final Clash with El-Kanemi Warriors

Ikorodu City have booked their place in the 2026 President Federation Cup final after edging Nasarawa United 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw...
SPORTS247● Jun 17

President Federation Cup: El-Kanemi Warriors, Ikorodu City to battle for the trophy!

Three-time champions El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri will lock horns with giant-killers Ikorodu City in the men's Final of this year's President...
THENFF● Jun 17

President Federation Cup: Istifanus ruled out of Nasarawa United vs Ikorodu City

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, has ruled out midfielder Jofrank Istifanus from the side’s President Federation Cup semi-final...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 17

President Federation Cup: Nasarawa United ready for Ikorodu City showdown – Mangut

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, says his side is focused and battle-ready for the President Federation Cup semi-final clash with...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 17

President Federation Cup: Mangut Braces Nasarawa United For Difficult Ikorodu City Test

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut is expecting a duel against Ikorodu City in their President Federation Cup semi-final encounter,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Jun 17

Four Clubs Chase 2026 President Federation Cup Final Spot

The battle for a place in the 2026 President Federation Cup final takes centre stage later today, June 17, as Ikorodu City, Nasarawa United,... The...
NAIJANEWS.COM● Jun 17

Former Champions Collide As El-Kanemi, Wikki Battle For President Federation Cup Final Spot

… Nasarawa Utd, Ikorodu City lockhorn in Benin City The race for President Federation Cup glory reaches a crucial stage on Wednesday as former...
LEADERSHIP.NG● Jun 17

President Federation Cup: Osanga declares Nasarawa United  ready for Ikorodu City clash 

Nasarawa United captain King Osanga has declared the team’s readiness for the President Federation Cup semi-final clash against Ikorodu City, DAILY...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 17

President Federation Cup: Former champions El-Kanemi Warriors, Wikki Tourists clash in Katsina

The second semi-final will take place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, where Nasarawa United will face Ikorodu City in another...
PREMIUM TIMES● Jun 16

President Federation Cup: Former champions Warriors, Tourists at war in Katsina

. Nasarawa United return to venue of their defeat in the 2021 Final The Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in the city of Katsina is venue for the...
THENFF● Jun 16

2026 FIFA World Cup: Bukayo Saka, Carney Chukwuemeka, Folarin Balogun Among 15 Nigerian-Descent Stars Representing Other Countries 

The absence of Nigeria’s Super Eagles from the 2026 FIFA World Cup remains a major disappointment for football fans across the country. READ ALSO:...
SPORTS247● Jun 14

Ikorodu City Seeks Nasarawa United Scalp as NFF Confirms President Federation Cup Semi-Final Fixtures

Ikorodu City and Nasarawa United will battle for a place in the final of the 2026 President Federation Cup after the Nigeria Football Federation...
SPORTS247● Jun 14

President Federation Cup: Nasarawa United Boss, Babanjah Eyes CAFCC Spot After Ousting Rivers United

Nasarawa United chairman Solomon Babanjah says the team have shifted focus to CAF Confederation Cup qualification after edging Rivers United on...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Jun 8

President Federation Cup Quarter-Finals Promise Fireworks As Nasarawa, Plateau Utd, 6 Others Chase Semi-Final Tickets

The race for this year’s President Federation Cup will intensify on Thursday, 11 June 2026, when eight teams battle for places in the semi-finals...
LEADERSHIP.NG● Jun 8

NFF Releases Federation Cup Quarter-final Fixtures as Nasarawa Utd. Battle Plateau Utd. in Abuja

By Amaechi Agbo Abuja, Nigeria’s federal capital will come alive on Thursday this week when two NPFL heavyweight, Nasarawa United and Plateau...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG● Jun 7

Mangut Hails Nasarawa United President Federation Cup Win Over Rivers United

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has praised his side after their hard-fought win over Rivers United in the President’s Federation...
NAIJANEWS.COM● Jun 7

President Federation Cup: Mangut Expresses Relief After Nasarawa United’s Victory Over Rivers United

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has celebrated his team’s victory over Rivers United. The Solid Miners defeated 5-3 on penalities in...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Jun 7

President Federation Cup: Men's Quarter-Final Fixtures

Sokoto United Vs El-Kanemi Warriors – Kano (11/06/26): 4pm Wikki Tourists Vs Flight FC – Jos (11/06/26): 4pm Nasarawa United Vs Plateau United –...
THENFF● Jun 7

SSA Adeboye Expresses Relief After Rivers United Accident, Says Tinubu’s Road Projects Will Reduce Such Incidents

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has expressed relief following the...
SPORTS247● Jun 6

Transfer: Nigerian midfielder completes move to Libyan Club Al- Ittihad SC 

Nigerian midfielder, Onuche Ogbelu has joined Libyan giants Al -Ittihad SC on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. Ogbelu, who left Tunisian...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 6

Nigerian Midfielder Joins Libyan Club Al- Ittihad SC

Libyan giants Al -Ittihad SC have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Onuche Ogbelu, Completesports.com reports. Ogbelu, who joined...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Jun 6

Rivers United Bus Crashes While Travelling For Federation Cup Tie

Rivers United FC team contingent was involved in a road accident on Thursday en-route to Awka, Anambra State, for the President Federation Cup...
THE WHISTLER NIGERIA● Jun 5

Rivers United Players, Officials Escape Serious Harm in Road Accident En Route to Federation Cup Clash

Rivers United Football Club has announced that its team contingent was involved in a road traffic accident on Thursday while traveling to Awka,...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Jun 5

NFF Sympathises with Rivers United After Road Accident Ahead of Federation Cup Clash

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed sympathy to players and officials of Rivers United FC who sustained minor injuries in a road...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Jun 5

NFF Empathises With Rivers United Over Road Clash, Injuries To Players, Officials

The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed empathy towards players and officials of Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt who sustained minor...
LEADERSHIP.NG● Jun 4

NFF empathises with Rivers United FC over road accident and injuries to players and officials

The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed empathy towards players and officials of Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt who sustained minor...
THENFF● Jun 4

Rivers United players, staff escape fatal injuries in road accident

Players and officials of Rivers United escaped serious harm after the club’s team bus was involved in a road accident on Thursday while en route to...
SPORTINGLIFE.NG● Jun 4

Rivers United Involved In Road Accident Ahead Federation Cup Clash With Nasarawa United

Rivers United’s team bus was involved in a road accident on Thursday, Completesports.com reports. The players and club officials were travelling to...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Jun 4

Scare for Rivers United as team contingent Involved in road accident

Rivers United added that further information about the team's travel plans and the Federation Cup fixture against Nasarawa United will be announced...
PMNEWSNIGERIA.COM● Jun 4

President Federation Cup: Rivers United involved in road accident ahead Nasarawa clash

Nigeria Premier Football League side Rivers United were on Thursday involved in a road accident. The incident occurred while the team was...
DAILY POST (NG● Jun 4

Rivers United Confirm Players and Officials Escape Serious Injury After Team Bus Accident

Rivers United FC have confirmed that members of the club’s contingent were involved in a road traffic accident while traveling to Awka, Anambra...
SPORTS247● Jun 4

President Federation Cup: Men's Round of 16 Fixtures

Sokoto United Vs Adamawa United – Abuja Area 3 (06/06/26): 1pm Bendel Insurance Vs El-Kanemi Warriors – Abuja Goal Project (06/06/26): 4pm Kada...
THENFF● Jun 2

Federation Cup: Rangers Bayelsa United Eliminated; Rivers Utd face  Nasarawa Utd., Ikorodu City Battle Enyimba in Round of 16

By Amaechi Agbo 2018 winners and 2023 finalists, Rangers International FC were on Monday eliminated from this year’s Federation Cup after losing...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG● Jun 2
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