NPFL: Goals Galore on Matchday 32 as Rangers International F.C. Fall in Ibadan, Rivers United F.C. Regain Top Spot 

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered an action-packed Matchday 32 on Sunday, March 29, 2026, with goals flying across multiple...
SPORTS247 Mar 30

NPFL ROUNDUP: Rivers United reclaim top spot as survival war rages

Rivers United are back on top of the NPFL standings after a home win over bottom club Kun Khalifat as close rivals Enugu Rangers slipped at...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 30

NPFL: Kano Pillars Plummet Into Relegation Quagmire, Rivers United Reclaim Top Spot

Matchday 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered a cocktail of drama, unexpected results, and significant shifts at both ends of...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 30

Rivers United Return to Top as Goals Flow in NPFL Matchday 32

There were plenty of goals in the Nigeria Premier Football League on Sunday as Rivers United returned to the top of the table with an impressive...
SPORTSRATION.COM Mar 29

NPFL: Enyimba Beat Abia Warriors In Derby, Rivers United Reclaim Top Spot

Enyimba defeated Abia Warriors 2-1 in a thrilling oriental derby in Aba on Sunday, reports Completesports.com. Chidera Michael gave Enyimba the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 29

NPFL: Shooting Stars dim Rangers title hopes as Rivers United edge 6-goal thriller

Matchday 32 of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) delivered drama, goals and a significant twist in the title race, as key contenders...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 29

NPFL: Goals galore as Rivers United return to the top

It was goals galore across the Nigeria Premier Football League match day 32 action that happened on Sunday, as Rivers United returned to the summit...
ACLSPORTS.COM Mar 29

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes target maximum points against Wikki Tourists

Niger Tornadoes have expressed their readiness to consolidate on their last home win in the clash against Wikki Tourists. The Ikon Allah Boys ended...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 28

Plateau United Pledge Victory In NPFL Season Finale

Plateau United’s technical adviser, Gbenga Ogunbote, has emphatically stated his team’s commitment to securing maximum points in their remaining...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 27

NPFL: Plateau United must target positive results in remaining fixtures – Ogunbote

Plateau United technical adviser Gbenga Ogunbote says his team will aim for victory in their remaining fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 27

NPFL: Istifanus targets more goals for Nasarawa United

Nasarawa United forward, Jofrank Istifanus, is determined to add to his goal tally before the end of the 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League,...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 26

Gov Sule warns Nasarawa United officials over crowd trouble, threatens sanctions

Nasarawa United management have been issued a stern warning by Nasarawa State governor Abdullahi Sule following reports of crowd trouble during...
SPORTINGLIFE.NG Mar 25

NPFL: Governor Sule warns Nasarawa United’s management against sabotage

Nasarawa United management have been warned against sabotaging the efforts of the team. The state governor, Abdullahi Sule, made the warning during...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 25

NPFL: Mangut relishes Nasarawa United’s big win over Rivers United

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, has acknowledged the significance of his team’s 4-1 win over Rivers United. Mangut emphasized that...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 24

Governor’s Goal Bonanza: Nasarawa United Bag N6m Cash Reward After 4-1 Thrashing Of Rivers United

Lafia City Stadium erupted in jubilation on Monday night after Nasarawa United’s players pocketed a £6 million cash windfall for their emphatic 4-1...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 24

NPFL: Nasarawa United Must Sustain Momentum After Rivers Win — Mangut

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has said it is important for his team to build on the win over Rivers United, reports...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 24

NPFL: Nasarawa United Thrash Rivers United As Title Race Takes New Twist, Abia Warriors Shine

Nasarawa United tore into the title race on Monday, March 22, with a ruthless 4-1 win over Rivers United in Lafia, a result that has shaken up the...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 24

NPFL: Chimezie declares Nasarawa United ready to challenge for title

Nasarawa United star, Chimezie Victor is full of excitement following the club’s big win over Rivers United, DAILY POST reports. The Solid Miners...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 24

Rampant Nasarawa United back in NPFL title race

Nasarawa United recoded their biggest win of the season against second-placed Rivers United to climb to third in the NPFL standings. Table after...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 24

Rangers Leapfrog Rivers United to Top of NPFL

Enugu Rangers are the new leaders of the NPFL courtesy of a 2-0 home win over El Kanemi Warriors. The Flying Antelopes’ leapfrogged second-placed...
THISDAYLIVE Mar 24

NPFL: Rivers United suffer another title blow, Abia Warriors triumph at home

Rivers United suffered another blow in their title bid following a 4-1 defeat to Nasarawa United in Lafia on Monday. The hosts scored twice in the...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 23

NPFL: Rivers United Stumble Again In Title Race, Abia Warriors Secure Home Victory

Rivers United stumbled again in their title bid going down 4-1 to Nasarawa United at the Lafia City Stadium on Monday. Finidi George’s team aimed...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 23

NPFL ROUNDUP: Enugu Rangers go top

Enugu Rangers are the new leaders of the NPFL courtesy of a 2-0 home win over El Kanemi Warriors. As things stand #NPFL26...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 23

Tornadoes in high spirits for Abia clash

Niger Tornadoes head into their next Nigeria Premier Football League fixture against Abia Warriors in buoyant mood following a morale-boosting...
THETIDENEWSONLINE.COM Mar 23

Rivers United Blame CAFCL For Slump

Rivers United assistant coach Yemi Olanrewaju has attributed his side’s recent struggles in the Nigeria Premier Football League to the demands of...
THETIDENEWSONLINE.COM Mar 23

Rangers reclaim NPFL top spot with win over El Kanemi

The win moves Rangers to the top of the table on 53 points, pending Rivers United’s fixture against Nasarawa United.... The post Rangers reclaim...
SPORTINGTRIBUNE.COM Mar 22

NPFL: Rangers Ready For Title Fight — Ilechukwu

Rangers technical adviser Fidelis Ilechukwu has declared his team’s readiness to challenge for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 22

‘We Are Disappointed’ — Coach Yemi Laments as Rivers United Drop Crucial Points Against Niger Tornadoes 

Rivers United’s Nigeria Premier Football League title ambitions suffered a significant setback following a 1–0 defeat to Niger Tornadoes in Minna,...
SPORTS247 Mar 21

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Pocket ₦2m After Win Over Rivers United [Matchday 31 Fixtures]

Niger Tornadoes were handed a cash reward of ₦2 million following their hard-fought 1-0 win against Rivers United in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 20

NPFL: Mohammed Delighted As Tornadoes End Barren Run

Niger Tornadoes head coach Majin Mohammed can’t hide his excitement following his team’s victory over Rivers United. The Ikon Allah Boys defeated...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 20

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes in high spirits for Abia Warriors clash

Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Majin Mohammed, has promised to build on the win over Rivers United. The Ikon Allah Boys edged Rivers United in...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 20

NPFL: Why Rivers United are struggling – Olanrewaju

Rivers United assistant coach Yemi Olanrewaju has said they paying the price for their heavy schedule. Finidi George’s side lost 1-0 to Niger...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 20

NPFL: Rivers United Paying Price Of CAF Champions League Campaign — Assistant Coach, Olanrewaju

Rivers United Assistant Coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, has admitted that the Pride of Rivers are paying the price for their involvement in the CAF...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 20

NPFL leaders Rivers United slip again

Leaders Rivers United have stumbled again in the NPFL title race after they lost their second straight match. The match winner for Tornadoes was...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 20

FIFA Mandates Female Coaches for Super Falcons, Falconets, Other Women’s Teams

World football governing body FIFA has introduced a new regulation requiring all women’s teams participating in its competitions to include at...
SPORTS247 Mar 19

Rivers United Flaunts ₦14m Welfare Drive, Says Player-Care Model Delivers Results

Rivers United FC’s sustained investment in player welfare is beginning to yield tangible results, reinforcing the club’s reputation for...
SPORTS247 Mar 19

‘DR Congo Deserved It!’ Udi Urges Nigeria to Stop Chasing World Cup ‘Backdoor’

Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has stated that the DR Congo national team fully deserve their place in the inter-confederation playoffs...
SPORTS247 Mar 19

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Defeat Rivers United, Blow Title Race Wide Open 

Niger Tornadoes boosted their survival hopes and threw the title race in the Nigeria Professional Football League wide open with a hard-fought 1–0...
SPORTS247 Mar 19

NPFL: Ikorodu City Stun Rivers United, Climb To 3rd Spot

Ikorodu City F.C. pulled off a major upset after defeating league leaders Rivers United F.C. 1–0 in a Matchday 30 encounter of the Nigeria Premier...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 17

Ikorodu City Shock Rivers United To Shake NPFL Title Race

Ikorodu City pulled off a major upset on Monday evening, March 17, beating Rivers United 1-0 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos to throw the...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 17

Ikorodu City climb to 3rd spot after home win vs Rivers United

Today, Ikorodu City climbed to third place in the NPFL after they pipped leaders Rivers United 1-0. Match winner was Folarin Temitope, who scored...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 16

NPFL: Ikorodu City stun Rivers United to secure third spot

Ikorodu City stunned league leaders Rivers United 1-0 in a Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday 30 encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 16

NPFL: Ikorodu City Edge Rivers United in Lagos as Matchday 30

Nigeria Premier Football League side Ikorodu City FC secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over league leaders Rivers United FC in their Matchday 30...
SPORTS247 Mar 16

NPFL ROUNDUP: Enugu Rangers keep pressure on leaders Rivers United

Enugu Rangers secured a vital point at strugglers Kwara United to stay within striking distance of leaders Rivers United in the NPFL. Updated...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 16

NPFL: Rivers United Maintain 4-point Lead As Abia Warriors Falter

In a dramatic turn of events on Matchday 30 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Rivers United maintained their four-point lead at the...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 16

Finidi Reacts To Rivers United Setback, NPFL Matchday 30 Fixtures

Finidi George has insisted Rivers United will quickly move on from their setback after falling 2-1 to Shooting Stars in a rescheduled Nigeria...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 13

Rivers United Will Learn From Shooting Stars Loss – Finidi George

Rivers United’s head coach, Finidi George, remains optimistic despite his team’s impressive unbeaten streak coming to an end. The ‘Pride of Rivers’...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 13

Coach Yemi Olanrewaju Backs Daniel Daga With Strong Words Amid Norway Court Sentence

Rivers United Coach Yemi Daniel Olanrewaju, has publicly thrown his support behind Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga following the youngster’s recent...
SPORTS247 Mar 13

NPFL: Finidi vows Rivers United will bounce back from Shooting Stars defeat

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George is staying positive despite his team’s defeat to Shooting Stars. The Pride of Rivers were defeated...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 13

NPFL: Adegoke hails Shooting Stars’ win over Rivers United

Shooting Stars forward Qamar Adegoke has hailed the team’s performance in the 2-1 win over Rivers United. Adegoke grabbed the winning goal for...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 13

“We Couldn’t Deal With The Last Ball” – Finidi George Reacts as Shooting Stars Stop Rivers United in Ibadan

Head coach Finidi George has reacted to Rivers United F.C.’s narrow defeat to Shooting Stars Sports Club, admitting his side were punished for...
SPORTS247 Mar 13

“We couldn’t deal with the last ball” — Finidi reacts to Rivers United’s late defeat in Ibadan

In what turned out to be a breathless end-to-end contest, both sides traded attacking moments throughout the evening, but it was the hosts who...
PREMIUM TIMES Mar 13

NPFL: Finidi Confident Rivers United Will Bounce Back After Shooting Stars Loss

Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George is optimistic his team will bounce back from the defeat to Shooting Stars. The Port Harcourt club...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 13

NPFL: 3SC defeat league leaders Rivers United in Ibadan

3SC’s performance currently places the team in 6th position on the NPFL Table. The post NPFL: 3SC defeat league leaders Rivers United in Ibadan...
PREMIUM TIMES Mar 13

NPFL: Shooting Stars overcome Rivers United 2-1 in Ibadan

Sodiq Ibrahim and Qamar Adegoke were on target as Shooting Stars defeated Rivers United 2-1 in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL,...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 12

NPFL: Sadiq Ibrahim Scores 7th Goal of The Season As Shooting Stars Edge Rivers United 2–1

Sadiq Ibrahim continued his fine scoring form for Shooting Stars SC after netting his seventh goal of the season in a hard-fought 2–1 victory over...
SPORTS247 Mar 12

NPFL: Shooting Stars Pip Rivers United 2-1 In Ibadan

Shooting Stars defeated Rivers United 2-1 in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 28 encounter in Ibadan on Thursday....
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 12

Nigerian Clubs Land Massive N500m Windfall As CAF Doubles Prize Money

Four Nigerian football clubs are in line for a significant financial boost, thanks to a major prize money increase announced by the Confederation...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 11

CAF Prize Money Boost: Rivers United, Remo Stars, Others Set For ₦559 Million Windfall

Four Nigerian clubs that featured in this season’s continental competitions are in line for a significant cash boost after the Confederation of...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 11

NPFL: NFF slashes Kwara United’s fine, upholds three-month deduction

The Nigeria Football Federation, Disciplinary Committee has fined Kwara United N5 million for the crowd troubles that marred their home clash with...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 10

Nigeria: 'The Chances Kept Coming and We Kept Scoring' - Finidi On Rivers United's 3-1 Win Over Bendel Insurance

[Premium Times] While Rivers United struggled to convert chances in the first half, the coach praised his side's patience and perseverance
ALLAFRICA.COM Mar 9

“The chances kept coming and we kept scoring” – Finidi on Rivers United’s 3-1 win over Bendel Insurance

While Rivers United struggled to convert chances in the first half, the coach praised his side’s patience and perseverance The post “The chances...
PREMIUM TIMES Mar 9

NPFL: Rivers Utd Flex Title Muscles, Abia Warriors Keep Pace As Pillars Edge Barau FC In Kano Derby

Rivers United delivered a powerful statement of intent on Matchday 29 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), dismantling Bendel Insurance...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 9

NPFL ROUNDUP: Ahmed Musa Kano Pillars hero, Rivers United stay top

Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa rolled back the hand of the clock when he was named Man of the Match as he scored the match winner for Kano...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 9

NPFL: Rivers United Beat Bendel Insurance To Stay Top As Rangers Thrash Remo Stars [Matchday 29 Results]

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) leaders Rivers United tightened their grip on the title race on Sunday with a convincing 3-1 win over Bendel...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 9

NPFL: Rivers United, Rangers claim routine wins as title race heats up

Leaders Rivers United secured another routine home victory, while second-placed Rangers International also claimed maximum points to keep the NPFL...
ACLSPORTS.COM Mar 8

NPFL: Musa nets winner for Kano Pillars, Rivers United maintain top spot

Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa scored the winning goal as Kano Pillars recorded a 1–0 victory over local rivals Barau FC at the Sani Abacha...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 8

NPFL: Rivers United, Rangers Record Big Wins; Wolves Edge Enyimba

Rivers United maintained top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, after a comfortable 3-1 home win over Bendel Insurance. Chigioke...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 8

Rivers United, Rangers Win Big as NPFL Title Race Hots Up, Remo Stars Stumble Again

The battle for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title intensified on Sunday as Rivers United and Enugu Rangers recorded emphatic...
SPORTS247 Mar 8

NPFL 2025/2026: Rivers United Not Yet Champions — Udi Warns Of Twists In Title Race

Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has cautioned that Rivers United must avoid assuming the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 6

Nigeria: NPFL - Rivers United Go Top Again After Emphatic El-Kanemi Win

[Premium Times] The victory not only restored Rivers United to the top of the table but also sent a clear statement to their title rivals
ALLAFRICA.COM Mar 6

Three Clubs, 41 Points Each, And A Betting Map For NPFL Matchday 26

The NPFL 2025/26 championship battle is closer than any recent in the country league. Ikorodu City, Nasarawa United and Rivers United are tied on...
INDEPENDENT.NG Mar 6

Nigeria: 'I Can't Believe We Scored Three Goals!' - Finidi, Ecstatic As Rivers United Go Top of NPFL

[Premium Times] A brace from Samuel Wisdom and a penalty from former Enyimba forward Chijioke Mbaoma were all the home side needed to leapfrog to...
ALLAFRICA.COM Mar 6

“I can’t believe we scored three goals!” – Finidi, ecstatic as Rivers United go top of NPFL

A brace from Samuel Wisdom and a penalty from former Enyimba forward Chijioke Mbaoma were all the home side needed to leapfrog to the top of the...
PREMIUM TIMES Mar 5

NPFL: Rangers Can Overtake Rivers United To Win Ninth Title — Agbim

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Chigozie Agbim has exclusively told Completesports.com that his boyhood club, Rangers International F.C., have the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 5

Evans Ogenyi Set To Lead Wikki Tourists

Evans Ogenyi is poised to become the new technical adviser for Wikki Tourists in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), following the...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 5

Finidi Reacts as Rivers United Score Three Goals in a Game First Time This Season

Head coach Finidi George has expressed delight after Rivers United FC scored three goals in a single league match for the first time this season,...
SPORTS247 Mar 5

NPFL 2025/26: Finidi Relishes Rivers United’s First Three-Goal Game After El-Kanemi Win

Rivers United head coach Finidi George could not hide his delight after his side scored three goals in a single match for the first time in the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 5

Wisdom Musa Great Storms to 110m Hurdles Victory at AFN Golden League

Wisdom Musa Great made an emphatic start to his 110m hurdles campaign, storming to victory at the AFN Golden League in Benin with an impressive...
SPORTS247 Mar 5

NPFL: Rivers United Thrash Katsina United, Overtake Rangers at the Top

Rivers United surged to the summit of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) table after a commanding 3–0 victory, against El Kanemi...
SPORTS247 Mar 5

Rivers United hero Wisdom Samuel grateful for first NPFL goals

Rivers United winger Wisdom Samuel has expressed gratitude after scoring his first pair of goals in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) in...
ACLSPORTS.COM Mar 4

NPFL: Rivers United go top again after emphatic El-Kanemi win

The victory not only restored Rivers United to the top of the table but also sent a clear statement to their title rivals The post NPFL: Rivers...
PREMIUM TIMES Mar 4

Rivers United Thrash El kanemi 3-0, Climb To NPFL Summit

Rivers United have ascended to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table following a commanding 3-0 victory over El-Kanemi...
LEADERSHIP.NG Mar 4

NPFL: We’ll Keep Fighting –Awazie Speaks Ahead Warri Wolves Vs Enyimba

Enyimba forward Ekene Awazie says he’s confident the team will bounce back to winning ways against Warri Wolves ahead of Sunday’s Nigeria Premier...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 4

Nigeria: Insurance Dent Ikorodu City's Title Ambition - Rangers Dethrone Rivers Utd

[Daily Trust] Ikorodu City's title hopes suffered a serious setback after a crushing 4-0 defeat to Bendel Insurance in the Nigeria Premier Football...
ALLAFRICA.COM Mar 3

NPFL: Bayelsa United Team Manager Reacts After Crucial Win Over Rivers United

Team Manager Tarila Okorowanta has expressed immense satisfaction following Bayelsa United FC’s hard-fought 1–0 victory over Rivers United FC in...
SPORTS247 Mar 3

Late Strike Condemns Pisa to Defeat as Durosinmi Endures Frustrating Night

It was a difficult evening for Rafiu Durosinmi as Pisa SC suffered another setback in the Serie A, falling to a 1–0 defeat against Bologna FC 1909....
SPORTS247 Mar 2

‘We Want More Points at the Business End’ – Meremu Okara Renew Push After Derby Win Over Rivers United 

Bayelsa United head coach Meremu Okara has admitted relief after his side ground out a hard-fought 1–0 victory over fierce rivals Rivers United,...
SPORTS247 Mar 2

We Remain Focused on Winning the League — Rivers United Coach

Head coach Finidi George has reiterated Rivers United’s determination to push on for the league title despite Sunday’s narrow 1–0 defeat to Bayelsa...
SPORTS247 Mar 2

Nigeria: NPFL Roundup - Rangers Go Top, Insurance, Remo Stars Shine

[Premium Times] With Rangers leading on 47 points, Rivers United close behind on 46 with three games in hand, and Ikorodu City and Nasarawa United...
ALLAFRICA.COM Mar 2
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