NPFL: Sporting Lagos vs Rivers United matchday 12 fixture gets new date
Sporting Lagos have announced a new date for their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, fixture against Rivers United. The club confirmed that...
Seven Home-based Players Set To Storm DR Congo On Tuesday, Ahead Of 2028 Olympic Games Qualifier First Leg In Lubumbashi
Seven home-based players will fly out of Nigeria on Tuesday to link up with the country’s under-23 national team in Kinshasa, ahead of the first...
NPFL: Katsina United's Ibe returns to training after injury layoff
Katsina United have received a major boost with midfielder Micheal Ibe returning from injury, DAILY POST reports. The experienced midfielder has...
NPFL Matchday 12 Preview: Rangers, Rivers United face crucial tests
With several compelling match-ups across the country, Matchday 12 promises another weekend of intense competition, crucial points and potentially...
EUROMATCH NPFL: Sporting Lagos vs Rivers United Postponed Indefinitely
The Matchday 12 fixture between Sporting Lagos and Rivers United has been postponed indefinitely with a new date to be announced in the days ahead....
Rangers reclaim NPFL summit as Rivers United face suspended sanctions
Rangers International returned to the top of the NPFL with a 1-0 victory over Bendel Insurance at Awka City Stadium, while Rivers United face the...
NPFL: Rangers top again, but Rivers’ suspended penalty looms
Chidozie Iwundu's header gave Rangers International a 1-0 win over Bendel Insurance, while the NPFL handed Rivers United a suspended fine and...
NPFL: Sporting Lagos vs Rivers United postponed over stadium unavailability
Sporting Lagos' home fixture against Rivers United has been postponed, DAILY POST reports The matchday 12 encounter was initially scheduled for...
NPFL Matchday 12 Preview: Rangers Host Kwara United, Rivers United Face Sporting Lagos In Lagos Derby
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 12 promises another exciting round of fixtures, with defending champions Rangers International,...
NPFL: Rivers United responds to sanction over broadcast blockage
Rivers United have acknowledged the Nigeria Premier Football League's summary jurisdiction decision over misconduct on its matchday 11 fixture...
Rivers United accept ₦15m NPFL fine and demand equal broadcast coverage
Rivers United have accepted a ₦15 million sanction imposed by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after alleged breaches of the...
Euromatch-NPFL: Rivers United Accept ₦15m Fine, Call For Fair Broadcast Coverage
Rivers United have accepted the sanctions imposed on the club by the organisers of the domestic top flight following alleged breaches of the...
Nigeria: Rivers United handed final warning by NPFL over broadcast dispute
Rivers United have been handed a final warning by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after refusing to grant the league’s broadcast...
NPFL hangs suspended N15m fine, 3-point deduction on Rivers United
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has handed Rivers United a suspended N15 million fine and a three-point and three-goal deduction for...
Rivers United handed suspended ₦15m fine after NPFL broadcast disruption
Rivers United have been given a suspended fine of ₦15 million by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after their fixture against Rangers...
Rivers United handed suspended ₦15m fine over NPFL broadcast breach
Rivers United have been issued a suspended ₦15 million fine and threatened with a three-point and three-goal deduction after allegedly preventing...
NPFL hands Rivers United suspended N15m fine, three-point deduction
Rivers United have received a final warning from the NPFL after the league accused the club of obstructing its broadcast partners during their...
NPFL fines Rivers United N15m, deducts three points, goals for blocking live broadcast
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has imposed a suspended fine of N15 million and a three-point and three-goal deduction on Rivers United...
Euromatch NPFL: Rivers United Hit With N15m Suspended Fine
Rivers United have been handed a suspended fine of ₦15 million, alongside a three-point and three-goal deduction, for denying the Nigeria Premier...
Rivers United Face Suspended ₦15m Fine, Three-Point Deduction Over Broadcast Disruption
Rivers United have been handed a suspended fine of ₦15 million, alongside a three-point and three-goal deduction, for preventing the live broadcast...
Finidi George criticises Rangers International after Rivers United draw
Rivers United coach Finidi George said Rangers International had no reason to complain after the sides drew 1-1 in their NPFL match at the Adokiye...
Finidi George: ‘They should not complain’ after Rangers draw
Rivers United coach Finidi George said Rangers got a draw and should not complain, and that he was not pleased with their time-wasting in the 1-1...
Finidi George criticises Rangers’ time-wasting after Rivers United draw
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has criticised Rangers International for their approach in the closing stages of Sunday’s 1-1 Nigeria...
Rivers United remain top after 1-1 draw with champions Enugu Rangers
Rivers United stayed at the summit of the EUROMATCH NPFL despite being held to a 1-1 draw by champions Enugu Rangers in a closely contested week 11...
Finidi Blasts Rangers’ Time-Wasting Tactics After Frustrating 1-1 Draw
Rivers United coach Finidi George has slammed Enugu Rangers' time-wasting tactics following the frustrating 1-1 draw in their 2026-27 Nigeria...
Finidi Slams Rangers’ Time-Wasting Tactics After NPFL Draw
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has criticised Enugu Rangers for their alleged time-wasting tactics following Sunday’s 1-1 draw...
NPFL: Shooting Stars thrash Abia as four clubs share top spot
Shooting Stars thrashed Abia Warriors 4-1 on NPFL Matchday 11 as Rivers United, Enugu Rangers, Bendel Insurance and Kano Pillars finished level on...
Nigeria: NPFL Roundup - 3sc Thrash Abia Warriors As Rivers United Retain Top Spot
[Premium Times] The Matchday 11 results leave Rivers United, Rangers International, Bendel Insurance, and Kano Pillars level on 18 points at the...
Rivers United, Enugu Rangers Maintain Joint NPFL Lead As Enyimba Boost Survival Hopes
Rivers United and Enugu Rangers remain joint leaders of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after playing out a 1-1 draw in their...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance complete comeback win as Rangers draw with Rivers United
Bendel Insurance came from behind to beat Kwara United 2-1 in Ilorin, while Rangers International held Rivers United to a 1-1 draw in Port Harcourt...
Euromatch NPFL: Finidi Faults Rangers’ Time-Wasting Tactics In Draw Vs Rivers United
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has lashed out at Rangers International following their 1–1 draw in Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football...
NPFL: Rivers United, Rangers draw as Insurance shock Kwara United
Rivers United were held to a 1-1 draw with champions Enugu Rangers in Day 11 of the NPFL fixtures decided across the country yesterday while [...]
NPFL Roundup: 3SC thrash Abia Warriors as Rivers United retain top spot
The Matchday 11 results leave Rivers United, Rangers International, Bendel Insurance, and Kano Pillars level on 18 points at the top, separated...
NPFL: Four Teams Level on Points as Bendel Insurance, Kano Pillars Close in on Summit
Bendel Insurance and Kano Pillars have strengthened their chances in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title race after recording...
NPFL: Kano Pillars, Insurance Close Gap As Rivers United, Rangers Draw
Bendel Insurance and Kano Pillars moved into the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title race after victories on Sunday saw them join Rivers...
NPFL Matchday 11: Shooting Stars Run Riot, Rivers United Held by Rangers as Bendel, Kano Pillars Claim Away Wins
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 11 fixtures produced an exciting weekend of football, with Shooting Stars recording the biggest...
EUROMATCH NPFL: Rivers United Maintain Top Spot After -1 Draw With Rangers
Rivers United were held to a 1-1 draw with champions Enugu Rangers in week 11 of the EUROMATCH NPFL fixtures on Sunday. The result means Rivers,...
MBI Sport Explains Absence From Rivers United vs Rangers Coverage, Cites Denied Access
Murphy Ben International (MBI Sport) has explained why its production crew was unable to cover the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fixture...
NPFL Broadcast: MBI Denied Access to Rivers United vs Rangers Clash
By Aaechi Agbo Digital media and broadcasting outfit Murphy Ben International (MBI) Sport has officially announced its inability to broadcast the...
NPFL Matchday 11 Preview: Rivers United, Rangers set for top-of-the-table showdown as title race heats up
With Rivers United and Rangers preparing for a crucial showdown, Nasarawa United waiting to capitalise, the South East derby coming up, and several...
NPFL: Rivers United, Rangers set for blockbuster clash in Port Harcourt
Rivers United and Rangers will clash in a top-of-the-table contest at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt on Sunday, DAILY POST reports....
Euromatch NPFL: Rivers United, Rangers Gear Up For Blockbuster Showdown In Port Harcourt
Rivers United and Rangers International will lock horns in a top-of-the-table clash at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt, on Sunday,...
NPFL Matchday 11: Rivers United, Rangers Battle for Top Spot as Warri Wolves Seek Redemption in Jos
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) enters Matchday 11 this weekend with ten exciting fixtures across the country, as league leaders Rivers...
Rangers turn focus to NPFL title race after Champions League exit
Rangers International will switch their attention to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) when they visit Rivers United in Matchday 11 after...
Rangers Turn Attention To Rivers United After CAF Champions League Elimination
Rangers International will switch their focus to domestic football and their Nigeria Premier Football League Matchday 11 fixture against Rivers...
Pyramids, Berkane face stern tests in CAF Champions League Group A
RS Berkane, Pyramids FC, Rivers United and Power Dynamos have been drawn together in Group A of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League, setting up...
Euromatch NPFL: Rangers Shift Focus To Rivers United After Continental Exit
Rangers International have turned their attention to their Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, Matchday 11 encounter against Rivers United...
NPFL: Rangers turn focus to Rivers United after CAF Champions League exit
Rangers International have shifted their focus to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday 11 fixture against Rivers United following...
Rivers United and Enugu Rangers meet with NPFL summit at stake
Rivers United, Enugu Rangers and Nasarawa United are level on 17 points at the top of the NPFL, with Rivers hosting Rangers in the standout...
NPFL SHOWDOWN: Rangers Storm Port Harcourt for Revenge Mission as Rivers United Defend Top Spot in Battle of 17-Point Rivals
A thrilling top-of-the-table encounter awaits football fans in Port Harcourt as defending champions Rangers International prepare to face Rivers...
NPFL: Rivers host Rangers as three clubs sit level on 17 points
Rivers United, Enugu Rangers and Nasarawa United all have 17 points in the NPFL table, and Rivers host Rangers on Sunday 1 November.
Nigeria: Tornadoes Stun Abia Warriors - Insurance Halt Rivers United's Unbeaten Run
[Daily Trust] The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Week 10 matches played on Sunday witnessed high drama as Niger Tornadoes produced a...
Nigerian teams miss out of $700,000 CAF largess after continental fiasco
Clubs that qualify for the group stages of the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup are guaranteed a minimum of $700,000 and $400,000...
NPFL: Atune savours Bendel Insurance's 'tough' win over Rivers United
Bendel Insurance assistant coach, Jolomi Atune, has revealed that their victory over Rivers United was tough. The Benin Arsenals ended Rivers...
“We were a bit carried away” – Finidi explains Rivers United’s first NPFL defeat this season
For Finidi, the decisive moment was a reminder that matches at this level can turn on individual decisions, particularly when a team loses...
Finidi Blames Poor Defending For Rivers United’s Late Defeat
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has blamed poor defending and a lapse in concentration for his side’s 2-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance...
Finidi George blames lapse in concentration for Rivers United defeat
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George said a costly lapse in concentration contributed to his side’s 2-1 defeat by Bendel Insurance in the...
Boboye demands defensive improvement as Bendel Insurance chase third NPFL title
Bendel Insurance manager Kennedy Boboye says his side must stop conceding in every match if they are to challenge for the 2026/2027 EuroMatch...
Nigeria: NPFL - Bendel Insurance End Rivers United's Unbeaten Run As Southwest Derby Ends in Stalemate
[Premium Times] Rivers United maintained their position at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table despite suffering their...
EuroMatch NPFL: Boboye Worried By Bendel Insurance’s Defensive Woes, Targets Third Title
Bendel Insurance head coach Kennedy Boboye has expressed concern over his team’s alarming rate of conceding goals in the 2026/2027 EuroMatch...
Euromatch NPFL: Finidi Bemoans Costly Mistake In Rivers United’s Loss To Bendel Insurance
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has expressed disappointment following his side’s 2-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance in the Nigeria...
NPFL: Rivers United Lose To Bendel Insurance As Ikorodu City, Shooting Stars Draw
Rivers United suffered a 2-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance on Sunday, October 25, while Ikorodu City and Shooting Stars played out a 2-2 draw...
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NPFL: Rivers United beaten by Bendel Insurance as title race tightens
Rivers United missed the chance to strengthen their position at the top of the NPFL after losing 2-1 to Bendel Insurance in Benin City. The defeat...
NPFL: Rivers United fall at Bendel, so can Rangers take the lead?
Rivers United lost 2-1 at Bendel Insurance and now share 17 points with Rangers International, who have two games in hand, and Nasarawa United.
NPFL Matchday Summary: Bendel Insurance End Rivers United’s Unbeaten Run
Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) this season with a dramatic 2-1 victory in Benin...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance end Rivers United’s unbeaten run as Southwest derby ends in stalemate
Rivers United maintained their position at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table despite suffering their first defeat of the...
Rivers United’s unbeaten NPFL run ended by Bendel Insurance in stoppage time
Bendel Insurance brought Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season to an end with a dramatic 2-1 victory...
Bendel Insurance hand Rivers United first NPFL defeat of the season
Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season with a dramatic 2-1 victory in Benin...
Bendel Insurance end Rivers United’s unbeaten NPFL run with 2-1 win
Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the EUROMATCH Nigeria Premier Football League season with a 2-1 victory in Benin on...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance end Rivers United’s unbeaten run
Bendel Insurance defeated Rivers United 2-1 in their NPFL match day 10 clash in Benin to end the away side’s unbeaten start to the season, reports...
Euromatch NPFL: Insurance halt Rivers United's unbeaten run , Ikorodu City, 3SC draw
Rivers United suffered their first defeat in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season, going down 2-1 to Bendel Insurance at the...
EUROMATCH NPFL: Bendel Insurance Troll Rivers United After Ending Unbeaten Run
Bendel Insurance mocked Rivers United after ending their unbeaten run, thanks to a 2-1 win on week 10 of the EUROMATCH Nigeria Premier Football...
Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance End Rivers United’s Unbeaten Run; Ikorodu, 3SC Share Derby Spoils
Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) this season with a dramatic 2-1 victory over the...
NPFL Preview: Rivers United face Bendel test as Ikorodu City, Shooting Stars clash in Lagos
Rivers United have established themselves as a difficult side to beat, but their trip to Bendel Insurance will provide a stern examination of their...
Enugu Rangers CL Exit: Nigerian Clubs Lack What It Takes To Compete In Africa – Olanrewaju
Rivers United assistant coach Yemi Olanrewaju has questioned Nigerian clubs’ ability to compete with their continental rivals, citing differences...
Andy Clinton: Rivers United’s save hands leads NPFL clean sheet chart after nine games
Rivers United goalkeeper Andy Clinton leads the clean sheet standings in the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season after Matchday...
Coach Olanrewaju reacts to Rangers’ CAF Champions League exit
Rivers United assistant coach, Olanrewaju Yemi Daniel, has warned that Nigerian football clubs still face a significant gap in quality and...
Olanrewaju reacts to Rangers' CAF Champions League exit
Rivers United assistant coach, Olanrewaju Yemi Daniel, has reacted to Rangers' exit from the CAF Champions League. Rangers suffered a 3-0 defeat to...
Rivers United Face Bendel Insurance As Derbies Take Centre Stage In NPFL Matchday10
Rivers United will put their unbeaten run on the line against Bendel Insurance in Benin City on Sunday as the Nigeria Premier Football League...
Euromatch NPFL: ‘We Are Ready’ –Osagiede Confident Ahead of Bendel Insurance’s Clash with Rivers United
Bendel Insurance media officer Kehinde Osagiede has expressed confidence that his side will pick up all three points against high-flying Rivers...
NPFL: Unbeaten Rivers United face Bendel Insurance test
Unbeaten NPFL leaders Rivers United travel to face Bendel Insurance on matchday 10, with the league’s most miserly defence up against one of its...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance host Rivers United, so can the league’s meanest defence be breached?
Unbeaten Rivers United, who have conceded two goals in nine NPFL games, travel to Bendel Insurance on matchday 10 as the table's top two level on...
Bendel Insurance confident of ending Rivers United’s unbeaten NPFL run
Bendel Insurance technical adviser Kennedy Boboye says his side are ready to end Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the Nigeria Premier Football...
Euromatch NPFL: Boboye Confident Bendel Insurance Can Halt Rivers United’s Unbeaten Streak
Bendel Insurance technical adviser Kennedy Boboye is confident his team can secure maximum points when they host Rivers United in their Nigeria...
NPFL: Enugu Rangers face Sporting Lagos as leaders battle for advantage
Enugu Rangers can move clear at the top of the NPFL when they visit Sporting Lagos on matchday 10, while Rivers United will also be looking to...
NPFL: Sporting Lagos host Enugu Rangers, so who gains at the top if the leaders slip?
Enugu Rangers and Rivers United are level on 17 points, and a trip to Sporting Lagos on matchday 10 is the first test for Rangers.
NPFL title race: Enugu Rangers can move clear of Rivers United
Rivers United and Enugu Rangers remain level on 17 points at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), but Rangers have the advantage...
NPFL: Why Enugu Rangers hold the edge over Rivers United at the top, even with level points
Rivers United and Enugu Rangers are both on 17 points after Matchday 9, but Rangers have played one game fewer.
Rivers United focused on points, not unbeaten record – Olanrewaju
Rivers United assistant coach Yemi Olanrewaju says the club’s priority is to collect as many points as possible in the Nigeria Professional...
Euromatch NPFL: We Are Focused On Accumulating Points –Rivers United Assistant Coach Olanrewaju
Rivers United assistant coach Yemi Olanrewaju has emphasized that the team’s primary focus is gathering as many points as possible in the ongoing...