Green:Rivers United Will Recruit Quality Foreign Players For CAF Champions League

Rivers United will recruit top-quality players from outside Nigeria as part of plans to make a significant impact in the CAF Champions League, the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 18

NPFL: Rivers United Strengthen Squad With Kun Khalifat Trio Ahead 2026/27 Campaign

Rivers United have completed the signing of three Kun Khalifat players as Finidi George bolsters the Pride of Rivers squad ahead of the Nigeria...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 18

NPFL: Rivers United sign midfielder, Ani Chigozie on two-year contract 

Rivers United have completed the signing of midfielder, Ani Chigozie on a two-year contract, DAILY POST reports. Chigozie joins the Pride of Rivers...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 18

Kun Khalifa Captain Chikamso Amaefula, Blessed Iyamu Set for Rivers United Move

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Kun Khalifa have confirmed the departure of club captain Chikamso Amaefula and teammate Blessed Iyamu,...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG Jun 17

NPFL: Khalifat FC bid farewell to captain Amaefula

Kun Khalifat FC have expressed gratitude to captain Chikamso Amaefula ahead of his move away from the club. Amaefula is reported to be close to a...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 16

NPFL: Rivers United assistant coach on Malabo United radar

Rivers United assistant coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, is reported to be attracting interest from Equatorial Guinean club, Malabo United. According to...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 16

NPFL: Kun Khalifat confirm Blessed Iyamu’s departure 

Kun Khalifat have confirmed midfielder, Blessed Iyamu’s exit from the club, DAILY POST reports. Iyamu is expected to seal a move to Rivers United...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 15

NPFL: Iyamu to leave Kun Khalifat FC for Rivers United 

Rivers United FC are set to complete the signing of midfielder Blessed Iyamu, DAILY POST reports. Iyamu is expected to put pen to paper with the...
DAILY POST (NG 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

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

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

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

NPFL: Rangers Players And Officials Earn ₦150m Cash, Land Reward For 2025/26 NPFL Title Win

Players and officials of Rangers International have been rewarded by the Enugu State Government for their historic ninth NPFL title triumph,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 7

Rangers International and Rivers United Ban Critics from Stadiums: Should Clubs or the NFF Make That Decision?

The past few days have produced an interesting debate in Nigerian football. Almost back-to-back, two of the biggest clubs in the country, Rangers...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jun 7

President Federation Cup: Enyimba, Rivers United, Bendel Insurance Crash Out

Enyimba crashed out of the President Federation Cup following a 5-4 penalty shootout defeat to Ikorodu City in their Round of 16 encounter at the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 6

NFF Unveils 2026 Women’s Federation Cup Fixtures

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled the schedule for the quarter-final stage of the women’s President Federation Cup, with matches...
THE WHISTLER NIGERIA Jun 6

Gombe Emir’s Cup Ranks High Among Leading Grassroots Competitions In Northern Nigeria – Organisers

Organisers of the much-talked about Gombe Emir’s Cup 2026, which begins next Saturday at Pantami Stadium, have rated it high among the illustrious...
SPORTS247 Jun 6

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

President Federation Cup: Women's Quarter-Final Fixtures

Rivers United Vs FC Robo Queens – Benin City (18/06/26): 4pmHeartland Queens Vs Ibom Angels – Aba (18/06/26): 4pmSunshine Queens Vs Confluence...
THENFF Jun 5

Eric Chelle Is the Right Man for the Super Eagles, Says Coach Oyebande Babatunde Adeshina

The Leader of the Ikeja Football Coaches Council, Lagos State, Oyebande Babatunde Adeshina, has thrown his support behind Super Eagles head coach...
SPORTS247 Jun 5

Rivers United Receive Prayer For Quick Recovery From NFF Scribe Mohammed Sanusi, After Accident On Thursday 

Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt have received a prayer for quick recovery from the secretary-general of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Dr...
SPORTS247 Jun 5

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

AFN Board Member Soetan Predicts Fierce Competition For Samuel Ogazi Ahead Of Commonwealth Games

Board member of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Olalekan Soetan, has predicted a highly competitive men’s 400m event for Nigerian athlete...
SPORTS247 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

Rivers United Players, Officials Involve In Road Accident

Rivers United have confirmed that some of their players and officials sustained minor injuries after the team’s bus was involved in a road...
NAIJANEWS.COM Jun 4

Rivers United players escape serious injury in road accident ahead of Federation Cup clash

The club confirmed that some players and officials sustained minor injuries, but there were no fatalities or life-threatening cases The post Rivers...
PREMIUM TIMES 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

Rivers United players, officials injured in road accident

"All affected individuals are currently receiving appropriate medical attention and are in stable condition.... The post Rivers United players,...
SPORTINGTRIBUNE.COM Jun 4

President Federation Cup: Finidi praises Surveyor impact in Rivers United’s win over Rangers 

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George, has hailed the contribution of forward Handsome Surveyor in the President Federation Cup Round of...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 3

President Federation Cup: Finidi happy with Rivers United’s win over Rangers

Rivers United Technical Adviser, Finidi George, has expressed satisfaction with his team’s 3-2 victory over Rangers in the President Federation...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 2

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

Rivers United Knock Out Enugu Rangers, Keep Federation Cup Dream Alive

Rivers United gained swift revenge on Rangers International for their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title heartbreak, defeating the...
NAIJANEWS.COM Jun 2

Fedration Cup: Finidi hails Rivers United’s dramatic victory over Rangers

The heavyweight encounter brought together two sides who had battled relentlessly for the NPFL title until the final day of the season, with...
PREMIUM TIMES Jun 2

Finidi Hails Rivers United’s President Federation Cup Triumph Over Rangers

Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has praised his team’s impressive victory over Rangers in the Round of 32 of the President Federation...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM 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

Athletics Experts Dissect Stunted Growth of University Sports in Nigeria, Point to Corruption and Poor Infrastructure

The recently concluded NCAA Outdoor Athletics Championships once again underscored the strength of the American collegiate sports system, a model...
SPORTS247 Jun 1

President Federation Cup 2026: Sokoto United Shock Defending Champions Kwara United as Rivers United, Enyimba Advance 

Sokoto United produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 President Federation Cup after eliminating defending champions Kwara United with a...
SPORTS247 Jun 1

Rivers United Seal Thrilling Victory Over Rangers International in Uyo

Rivers United reached the next round of the President Federation Cup after beating Rangers International 3-2 in a thrilling match played in Uyo on...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jun 1

Poland vs Nigeria: 18 Super Eagles Players Arrive in Warsaw as Eric Chelle Begins Preparations

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially opened camp in Warsaw ahead of Wednesday’s high-profile international friendly against Poland, with 18...
SPORTS247 Jun 1

Rivers United Knock Out NPFL Champions Enugu Rangers in Dramatic 3-2 President Federation Cup Thriller

Rivers United booked their place in the next round of the President Federation Cup after edging Nigeria Premier Football League champions Enugu...
SPORTS247 Jun 1

Rangers Urged To Chase Domestic Double in President Federation Cup

  Rangers General Manager, Amobi Ezeaku, has implored his players to put their recent league triumph behind them and fully concentrate on securing...
LEADERSHIP.NG May 29

President Federation Cup: Rangers chief tasks players to go for double

Rangers General Manager, Amobi Ezeaku, has urged his players to put behind their league triumph and concentrate on the President Federation Cup....
DAILY POST (NG May 29

Enugu Rangers Focuses On CAF Champions League

Fresh from a successful campaign in the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), which they won for a record-breaking ninth time, Enugu...
THETIDENEWSONLINE.COM May 28

Rangers GM Amobi To Players: ‘Forget NPFL Title, Focus On Federation Cup’

Amobi Ezeaku, General Manager of Rangers International, has charged the players of the Coal City Flying Antelopes to put aside the celebrations of...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 28

Rivers United Commend Players Despite NPFL Title Heartbreak

Rivers United have praised their players after securing a second-place finish in the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 27

NPFL: Rivers United praise players after runners-up finish 

Rivers United have commended their players for the second-placed finish in the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Pride of Rivers...
DAILY POST (NG May 27

Federation Cup Round Of 32: Rangers, Rivers United Renew Rivalry In Blockbuster Clash

Newly crowned champions of the 2025/2026 NPFL, Rangers International of Enugu, will headline the 2026 President Federation Cup Round of 32 with a...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 27

President Federation Cup Round of 32 Fixtures Confirmed

The fixtures for the Men’s Round of 32 of the 2026 President Federation Cup have been officially confirmed, with several top clubs set for exciting...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG May 27

NPFL: Rivers United Finishes Second, Secures Continental Ticket

Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt, on Sunday, secured one of the CAF Champions League tickets after finishing in second position in the Nigeria...
THETIDENEWSONLINE.COM May 27

President Tinubu Congratulates Rangers On Winning The Nigerian League Title

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Rangers International FC on winning the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title for a record...
PMEXPRESSNG.COM May 26

Tinubu applauds Rangers after dramatic NPFL title victory

He wished both Rangers and Rivers United success as they prepare to represent Nigeria in next season’s CAF Champions League. The post Tinubu...
PREMIUM TIMES May 25

Blockchain Sports Arena congratulates Enugu Rangers, Rivers United, 3SC

The management of digital technology Marketing plafform BlockChain Sports Arena has sent a hearty congratulations to the players, Management and...
BLUEPRINT.NG May 25

Rangers Crowned NPFL Champions, Edge Rivers Utd In Epic Title Chase

Enugu Rangers emerged champions of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season after securing a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ikorodu...
LEADERSHIP.NG May 25

INTERVIEW: Fidelis Ilechukwu opens up on Rangers’ NPFL Title triumph, uncertain future

In this interview, Ilechukwu reflects on Rangers’ consistency, tactical identity, pressure from Rivers United, his strong connection with Lagos,...
PREMIUM TIMES May 25

NPFL: Shooting Stars make history, Ilechukwu outshines Finidi, as Rangers secure title on final day

Enugu Rangers have emerged as champions of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following a hard-fought 2-1 victory away at Ikorodu City on...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA May 25

JUST IN: Rangers beat Ikorodu City to win ninth NPFL title

Rangers and Rivers United will represent Nigeria in next season’s CAF Champions League....
SPORTINGTRIBUNE.COM May 24

Breaking: Rangers Snatch NPFL Crown In Lagos Rivers United Settle For 2nd Position

Enugu Rangers emerged champions of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season after securing a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ikorodu...
LEADERSHIP.NG May 24

NPFL title race go down to wire as Rangers, Rivers United battle for glory

Di Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, don reach final matchday, and di title race still remain undecided. Rangers International dey sit on top...
NNN.NG May 24

NPFL: Rangers’ Fans Seek Divine Intervention For Victory

There is apprehension among fans of Ranger International Football Club of Enugu as the Nigeria Premier Football League winds down on Sunday. Enugu...
THE WHISTLER NIGERIA May 24

NPFL: Rangers, Rivers United Set for Winner-Takes-All Final Day Showdown

The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season is set for one of its most dramatic conclusions in recent memory, with league leaders...
LEADERSHIP.NG May 24

NPFL Final Day LIVE UPDATES: Rangers, Rivers United battle for title as Enyimba fight for survival

Rangers International lead the standings with 65 points, just one ahead of Rivers United The post NPFL Final Day LIVE UPDATES: Rangers, Rivers...
PREMIUM TIMES May 24

NPFL: Rivers United coach, Finidi banks on Ikorodu City to win title 

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George said he is counting on Ikorodu City in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title race....
DAILY POST (NG May 24

NPFL drama peaks as Rivers United, Rangers set for fierce final-day encounter

Rivers United and Enugu Rangers are set for another intense meeting on Sunday, with both sides heading into a decisive final-day battle in the...
PMNEWSNIGERIA.COM May 23

INTERVIEW: Why Rangers are avoiding title talk before final-day NPFL showdown — Fidelis Ilechukwu

Rangers International Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu sat down with PREMIUM TIMES to discuss pressure, preparation, mentality, Rivers United’s challenge...
PREMIUM TIMES May 23

NPFL Prepares Two Trophies Ahead of Dramatic Final-Day Title Decider

The Nigeria Premier Football League has confirmed that two league trophies have been prepared ahead of Sunday’s decisive final matchday as Rangers...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG May 23

NFF Confirms President Federation Cup Round of 32 Fixtures and Venues

The Nigeria Football Federation has officially announced the fixtures and venues for the Round of 32 of the 2026 President’s Federation Cup, with...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG May 23

NPFL: Finidi eyes dramatic title triumph for Rivers United

The former Super Eagles coach believes Rivers United must first handle their own assignment against Katsina United FC in Port Harcourt before...
PREMIUM TIMES May 23

NPFL Sends Two Trophies to Lagos, Port Harcourt Ahead of Final-Day Title Battle

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has confirmed that two league trophies will be ready ahead of Sunday’s final round of matches as Rangers...
SPORTSRATION.COM May 23

NPFL Final Day: ‘We Have Trophies, One in Lagos, One in Port Harcourt’ – Owunmi

Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Davidson Owunmi, has revealed that the league body has prepared two trophies ahead...
SPORTS247 May 23

NPFL: Rivers United grant fans free entry for Katsina United clash

Rivers United have announced free entry for fans ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 38 encounter against Katsina...
DAILY POST (NG May 22

EXCLUSIVE — Afelokhai Reveals How He Steered Son Away From Goalkeeping; Hails NPFL’s Historic 2025/2026 Season

Theophilus Afelokhai, a former Kano Pillars goalkeeper and captain, has exclusively narrated to Completesports.com how he stopped his son, Precious...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 22

President Federation Cup: Rangers battle Rivers United after NPFL showdown

Rangers and Rivers United will renew their supremacy battle in the Round of 32 of the President Federation Cup, DAILY POST reports. The two clubs...
DAILY POST (NG May 22

Rivers United to Face Rangers as NFF Releases President Federation Cup Round of 32 Fixtures

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially released the fixtures for the Round of 32 of the 2026 President Federation Cup, with the clash...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG May 22

Governor Fubara Approves Free Entry for Rivers United’s Title-Deciding Clash Against Katsina United

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved free entry for supporters attending Rivers United’s final match of the 2025/2026 Nigeria...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG May 22

NPFL: Rivers United ready for final battle against Katsina United 

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George has shifted focus to his team’s final game of the campaign against Katsina United. The Pride of...
DAILY POST (NG May 21

President Federation Cup: Rivers United v Rangers headline round of 32 ties

NPFL title contenders Rivers United and Rangers International headline the standout fixture in the round of 32 of the 2026 President Federation...
ACLSPORTS.COM May 21

EXCLUSIVE: NPFL 2025/26 — Rangers, Rivers United Set For Final-Day Title Decider As Trophies Head To Lagos, PH

Davidson Owumi, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 20

President Federation Cup Round of 64: Sunshine Stars U-19 Cause Major Upset as Rivers United, Ikorodu City, Enyimba Advance

The 2026 President Federation Cup Round of 64 delivered thrilling encounters across the country on Tuesday, with Sunshine Stars U-19 producing the...
SPORTS247 May 20

NPFL’s Afelokhai & Samuel Punch Rivers United Ticket to CAF Champions League

The anticipation and hype surrounding Rivers United were as advertised. Rivers United, overcoming a deficit, ultimately defeated Wikki 3-2 this...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM May 19

Oparaodu Urges Rivers United To Win Katsina United 

Former financial secretary of Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt supporters club, Emmanuel Oparaodu, has charged players of the team to go for a...
THETIDENEWSONLINE.COM May 18

NPFL 2025/2026: Rangers, Rivers United head into winner takes all final day showdown

While Rangers attempt to finish the job away from home, Rivers United know their task is brutally simple, win first, then pray for help from...
PREMIUM TIMES May 16

Federation Cup: Rangers, Rivers United get tricky Rnd of 64 opponents

NFF have confirmed the pairings for this year’s President Federation Cup Round of 64, with tricky fixtures for Rivers United and Rangers...
ACLSPORTS.COM May 15

Prominent Nigerian footballer dumps Nigeria for Sudan 

Former Shooting Stars SC, Plateau United, Rivers United and Abia Warriors striker Sunday Adetunji has pledged his international allegiance to...
BLUEPRINT.NG May 15
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