NPFL: Rivers United, Enyimba Share Spoils; Plateau United Thrash Shooting Stars

Rivers United and Enyimba battled to a 1-1 draw at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt on Sunday. Abiodun Joseph gave Enyimba the lead in...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 22

NPFL: Rivers United, Enyimba Encounter Leads the Fight for Points on Matchday 27 as Remo Stars’ Relegation Woes Deepens 

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) enters a decisive phase as Matchday 27 continues on Sunday, with a blockbuster clash between...
SPORTS247 Feb 22

NPFL: Enyimba Defender Odeh Targets Positive Result Against Former Club Rivers United in Portharcourt 

Enyimba FC defender Paul Odeh has expressed confidence that the People’s Elephant can secure a positive result against his former club, Rivers...
SPORTS247 Feb 22

NPFL: Everybody Is In Good Shape –Odeh Speaks Ahead Rivers United Vs Enyimba

Enyimba star Paul Odeh has expressed the team’s readiness for today’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash against Rivers United at the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 22

Odey Backs Enyimba Against Fromer Side, Rivers Utd Today

NPFL Odey Backs Enyimba Against Fromer Side, Rivers Utd Today Paul Odeh says he is confident Enyimba will secure a ‘good result’ against his former...
THISDAYLIVE Feb 22

NPFL: Enyimba’s Odeh Confident Ahead of Rivers United Clash

Nine-time Nigerian champions, Enyimba FC, are set to reignite their rivalry with Rivers United this Sunday in a highly anticipated Nigeria Premier...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 21

ODEH OPTIMISTIC OF ‘GOOD RESULT’ AT FORMER SIDE RIVERS UTD

Paul Odeh says he is confident Enyimba will secure a ‘good result’ against his former club Rivers United in Port Harcourt on Sunday. Both sides...
ENYIMBAFC.NET Feb 21

‘It Could Be Sponsored Sabotage’ — Veteran Journalist Hameed Adio Queries Sudden Football Hooliganism in Ilorin, Proffers Solutions

Veteran sports journalist Hameed Adio has condemned the recent surge in crowd violence at the Rashidi Yekini Main Bowl, describing it as a stain on...
SPORTS247 Feb 21

NPFL Slams Kwara United With Stadium Ban, ₦9 Million Fine, Three-Point Deduction

Kwara United have been hit hard by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following the ugly scenes that trailed their rescheduled Matchday 22...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 20

SWAN Condemns Hooliganism, Urges Justice With Mercy For Kwara United

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, has condemned the acts of violence that marred the Nigeria Premier Football...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 19

NPFL: Match officials, Rivers United boss attacked after dramatic draw in Ilorin

Violence erupted on Wednesday following a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash between Kwara United and Rivers United, as home supporters...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 19

NPFL: Kwara United fined N9m, banished to Abeokuta

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has fined Kwara United w N9 million for the crowd violence that erupted during their rescheduled...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 19

Chris Green: NPFL Drifting Back To “Dark Days” After Kwara United Fan violence

Rivers State Commissioner for Sports and Chairman of the Rivers State Football Association, Chris Green, has condemned the violent scenes that...
SPORTS247 Feb 19

NPFL Sanctions Kwara United Over Security Breach, Crowd Violence in Ilorin

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has charged Kwara United for multiple breaches of the league’s Framework and Rules following crowd...
SPORTS247 Feb 19

NPFL: Kwara United condemn violence in home clash with Rivers United

Kwara United have condemned the acts of violence that erupted in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, rescheduled matchday 22 fixture...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 19

NPFL Imposes Heavy Sanctions On Kwara United For Crowd Violence

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has levied a substantial fine of N9 million and a three-point deduction against Kwara United Football...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 19

Kwara United Fined ₦12m, Deducted Three Points and Goals Over Crowd Trouble

Kwara United have been fined a total of ₦12 million and deducted three points and three goals following crowd trouble during their Nigeria Premier...
SPORTSRATION.COM Feb 19

NPFL: SWAN Condemns Brutal Attack On Rivers United Players, Management

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Rivers State Chapter, has issued a strong condemnation of the brutal attack on Rivers United FC...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 19

NPFL Fines Kwara United N9m, Moves Home Games To Abeokuta

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has fined Kwara United N9m for breaching its framework and rules during their rescheduled matchday 22...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 19

NPFL: Kwara United face heavy sanction over supporters violent conduct

Kwara United are expected to be sanctioned heavily by the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following the violence that marred their home...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 19

Kwara United Apologize, Condemns Fan Violence At Rivers United Match

Kwara United Football Club has issued a profound apology following the outbreak of violence that marred the conclusion of their rescheduled...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 19

Kwara United Condemn Attack on Match Officials After Rivers United Clash

Kwara United have condemned the attack on match officials following their 1–1 draw with Rivers United in the Nigeria Premier Football League...
SPORTSRATION.COM Feb 19

NPFL: Kwara United condemn post-match violence after Rivers United draw

Kwara United stated that the conduct displayed does not reflect its core values nor the identity of the vast majority of its supporters. The post...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 19

NPFL: Violence Erupts  in Ilorin as Rivers Utd Hold Kwara Utd

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Match-day 22 rescheduled fixture between Kwara United and Rivers United ended 1-1 but the hosts fans...
THISDAYLIVE Feb 19

NPFL: Fans Attack Officials After Rivers United Hold Kwara United To A Draw In Ilorin

An explosive end marred what had promised to be a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter as Kwara United and Rivers United...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 19

Kwara United Dey Disown Fan Wahala After Match with Rivers United

No be small matter o! Kwara United F.C. don distance demself from di serious gbege wey happen after dem match against Rivers United for Ilorin. Na...
NNN.NG Feb 18

Rivers United Snatch Late Draw, Crowd Wahala Scatter Dem

Chai! Wetin we go call dis one ehn? Na wah oh! Rivers United don show dem say dem no be small boys as dem come back from behind to draw 1-1 with...
NNN.NG Feb 18

NPFL: Bassey Set For Enyimba Return Against Rivers United After Suspension Lift

Nigeria Premier Football League side Enyimba forward, John Bassey, is in line to return to the People’s Elephant squad in Sunday’s 2025/2026 NPFL...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 18

Rivers United Ranked 22nd, Enyimba 42nd In African Club Standings

Nigerian clubs Rivers United and Enyimba FC have been ranked 22nd and 42nd respectively in the latest Confederation of African Football (CAF) club...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 18

Nigerian Clubs Missing As CAF Champions League Quarter-Final Draw Holds Tuesday

The draw for the knockout rounds of the CAF Champions League will take place in Cairo, Egypt, on Tuesday, with no Nigerian club among the...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 16

Dikko: Nigeria’s Sppeal Against DR Congo Based on Rules, Not Excuses

Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, has clarified Nigeria’s position regarding the appeal filed against DR Congo, stressing...
SPORTS247 Feb 16

Finidi George: Rivers United Have Learned Valuable Lessons From Continental Outing

Head coach of Rivers United, Finidi George, has expressed optimism that the club has gained vital experience from their CAF Champions League...
SPORTS247 Feb 16

Stanley Nwabali Weighs Offers Amid Uncertainty Over Playing Future

Stanley Nwabali is reportedly considering multiple offers from clubs in the Nigerian Professional Football League. Among the proposals, Rivers...
BRILA Feb 16

CAF Champions League:;Finidi George speaks on Rivers United

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George, has admitted that his team lost to a better side following the 3-0 defeat to Moroccan side RS...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 16

Rivers earn N1bn from Champions League crashout

Nigeria’s sole representative in the 2025/26 CAF Champions League group stage, Rivers United, have earned approximately N1bn despite finishing...
THETIDENEWSONLINE.COM Feb 16

How Rivers United’s Poor Champions League Campaign Affects Nigeria’s CAF Inter-Club Representation

Nigeria’s continental standing has come under scrutiny following Rivers United’s disappointing showing in the CAF Champions League Despite the poor...
SPORTS247 Feb 15

Finidi George Reflects on Rivers United’s Disappointing CAF Champions League Campaign 

Head coach Finidi George has admitted that Rivers United fell short in quality and intensity as their CAF Champions League campaign ended in...
SPORTS247 Feb 15

ABLCM 2026: Queen Omole Opens Up on Her 42km Journey 

Queen Omole has once again proven that fitness is a lifestyle, not a moment, after successfully completing the full 42km route at the Lagos City...
SPORTS247 Feb 15

Where Rivers United Ranked After Another Heavy Loss as CAF Champions League Group Stage Concludes

The 2025/26 CAF Champions League group stage ended in disappointment for Nigeria’s representatives, Rivers United, following another heavy defeat...
SPORTS247 Feb 15

CAF Champions League: Rivers United Will Learn From Dismal Outing — Finidi

Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George says the club will emerge stronger from their disappointing outing in the CAF Champions League. The...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 15

CAFCL: RS Berkane deserves victory over Rivers United—Finidi

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George has admitted that his team lost to a better side following the 3-0 defeat to Moroccan side RS...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 15

CAF Champions League: Seven clubs qualify for quarter-finals

Seven clubs have secured their places in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals. This follows the conclusion of Saturday’s group stage fixtures in...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 15

Rivers United: Finidi George leads club to terrible record after damning defeat at Berkane

Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United have officially crashed out of the CAF Champions League following a sobering 3-0 defeat...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Feb 15

Rivers United thrashed by RS Berkane as Champions League campaign ends

For Rivers United, it was a painful end to a forgettable continental campaign. The post Rivers United thrashed by RS Berkane as Champions League...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 15

CAF Champions League: Rivers United Suffer 3-0 Defeat To RS Berkane In Final Group Match

Rivers United lost 3-0 to Moroccan side RS Berkane in their CAF Champions League fixture on Saturday night. Finidi George’s side finished their...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 14

Unprecedented Eight Nigerian Teams Set for 76th Viareggio Cup

Organiser of the Viareggio Cup have officially confirmed the participation of eight Nigerian teams in the 76th edition of the prestigious youth...
SPORTS247 Feb 14

Rivers United To Decide CAF Champions League Knock Out Fate For Berkane, Power Dynamos

Although Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) runners-up, Rivers United of Port Harcourt are already out of the continental race, the...
SPORTS247 Feb 14

Rivers United set to shape Group A fate in Champions League finale

Matchday 6 brings the 2025/26 group phase to a gripping conclusion, with only three of the eight quarter-final tickets already confirmed and five...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 14

Leave Finidi George Alone! — Odegbami

Last week, Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt coached by Finidi George lost their home match in the ongoing 2025/2026 CAF Champions League against...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 14

Ikpefan Ends Milano- Cortina 2026 Campaign With 94th-Place Finish in Men’s 10km Freestyle 

Nigeria’s lone athlete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Samuel Ikpefan, concluded his outing at the Games after placing 94th in the...
SPORTS247 Feb 13

CAFCL: Last Chance for Rivers United to Impress as RS Berkane Seek Final 8 Ticket

Rivers United face their final opportunity to make an impact in the 2025/26 CAF Champions League as they travel to Morocco to take on RS Berkane in...
SPORTS247 Feb 13

NPFL Reschedules Five Rivers United Fixtures As Title Race Intensifies [Matchday 26 Fixtures]

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has confirmed new dates for five outstanding fixtures involving Rivers United, offering clarity to...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 13

NPFL reschedules Rivers United’s postponed fixtures

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, have fixed a date for Rivers United’s rescheduled fixtures. The Pride of Rivers have five outstanding...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 13

How Can Nigerian Clubs Improve Their Performance On The Continent?

Are you seeking the latest Complete Sports updates from? Do you follow Nigerian Clubs in the Nigerian Processional Football League (NPFL) Stay...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 13

Olopade Believes Training Grants Will Bring Better Results For Nigeria At Forthcoming Commonwealth Games

National Sports Commission (NSC) director-general, Honourable Bukola Olopade has expressed optimism that the release of training grants to athletes...
SPORTS247 Feb 13

EAGLE EYE: Lamentations For Rivers United!

A 4-1 loss by Rivers United of Port Harcourt to Pyramids FC of Egypt last weekend in the CAF Champions League confirmed the Garden City club’s...
SPORTS247 Feb 13

CAF Champions League: Libyan officials for RS Berkane vs Rivers United

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has appointed Libyan officials for the Champions League tie between Rivers United and Morocco’s RS...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 13

NPFL: Shooting Stars to Host Warri Wolves in Abeokuta Amid Stadium Uncertainty

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) will play this weekend’s fixture against Warri Wolves at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, following a decision by...
SPORTS247 Feb 12

Nwabali, Please Come and Help Rivers United” – Super Eagles Legend Appeals

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peterside Idah has publicly appealed to Stanley Nwabali to consider a temporary move to Rivers United, as the...
SPORTS247 Feb 12

CAF Champions League: CAF appoints Libyan officials for RS Berkane Vs Rivers United

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Libyan match officials to officiate the CAF Champions League group-stage encounter...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 12

CAFCL: NPFL clubs can’t compete in Africa – Rivers United coach Yemi

Rivers United assistant coach, Yemi Olarewaju, has said no Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, clubs has what is required to compete on the...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 12

‘I Can See the Finish Line’ – Adesanya Targets 2027 Retirement Set For Joe Pyfer Clash in March

Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has revealed he is targeting a potential retirement from mixed martial arts by 2027, admitting...
SPORTS247 Feb 12

NPFL: Rivers United’s Outstanding Fixtures Rescheduled After CAF Champions League Exit

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has officially announced the rescheduling of Rivers United FC’s outstanding fixtures following the...
SPORTS247 Feb 12

CAFCL: Why Rivers United struggled on the continent – Austine

Rivers United team manager, Festus Austine, has admitted that the team encountered several setbacks that affected their performance in the group...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 11

EXCLUSIVE: Nwabali Ready For Europe After AFCON Heroics — Eguma

Former Enyimba and Rivers United coach, Stanley Eguma, has exclusively told Completesports.com that Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, is...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 11

“Nwabali come to Rivers United”: Ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper makes appeal

Rivers United, popularly known as the Pride of Rivers, are currently tied on 41 points with table toppers Ikorodu City despite having played four...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 11

Finidi George Calls For Squad Reinforcement After Rivers United Crash Out Of CAF Champions League

Rivers United head coach Finidi George has urged the club to strengthen its squad after a disappointing CAF Champions League campaign that ended...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 10

Rivers United Coach Talk Say Dem Need More Players After Last Loss

Chai! Na big wahala be this o! Rivers United coach, Finidi George don talk say hin players need serious backup after dem waka finish for the CAF...
NNN.NG Feb 9

CAF CL: Finidi George Concedes Rivers United Not Good Enough

Rivers United suffered a heavy 4–1 defeat to Pyramids at the weekend in their CAF Champions League Group Stage Matchday Five encounter, further...
BRILA Feb 9

CAF Champions League: Finidi concedes defeat to Pyramids FC

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George has admitted that Egyptian side, Pyramids FC were better than his team. The Pride of Rivers suffered...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 9

Why Rivers United lost Champions League match against Pyramids-Finidi

The former Ajax and Real Betis winger stressed that the experience, though painful, has clarified what Rivers United must do to truly compete at...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 9

Nigeria: CAF Champions League Eague - Rivers United Collapse As Pyramids Seal Group Top Spot

[Premium Times] As Pyramids prepare to close out the group phase against Power Dynamos with qualification secured, Rivers United are left with hard...
ALLAFRICA.COM Feb 9

Adegoke Enoch Opens Indoor Season with Solid 6.71s

Tokyo 2020 Olympic finalist Adegoke Enoch made a confident start to his 2026 indoor campaign, clocking 6.71 seconds in the heats of the men’s 60m...
SPORTS247 Feb 9

UCL: ‘It’s Difficult’ — Finidi Explains Rivers United’s Heavy Defeat to Pyramids in Uyo 

Rivers United head coach, Finidi George, has admitted his side were outclassed in the second half of their CAF Champions League Matchday Five...
SPORTS247 Feb 9

CAF Champions League eague: Rivers United collapse as Pyramids seal group top spot

As Pyramids prepare to close out the group phase against Power Dynamos with qualification secured, Rivers United are left with hard questions to...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 9

CAF Champions League: Rivers United collapse as Pyramids seal group top spot

As Pyramids prepare to close out the group phase against Power Dynamos with qualification secured, Rivers United are left with hard questions to...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 9

Pyramids and  Stade Malien ease to quarter-final, Sundowns blunder

Defending champions Pyramids FC from Egypt won their group in the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League after beating  Nigeria’s Rivers United 4–1, on...
KBC.CO.KE Feb 9

Pyramids FC Beat Rivers United In Uyo To Seal CAF Champions League Knockout Place

Pyramids FC sealed top spot in Group A of the 2025-2026 CAF Champions League after producing a commanding second-half performance to beat Rivers...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 9

CAF Champions League: Finidi Reflects On Rivers United Loss To Pyramids FC

Rivers United head coach Finidi George has reacted to his team’s home defeat to Pyramids FC of Egypt, reports Completesports.com. The Port Harcourt...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 9

Rivers Utd’s Dismal Continental Campaign End in Home Defeat Against Pyramids 

Egypt’s Pyramids FC sealed their place in the knockout stage of the CAF Champions League with a commanding 4–1 comeback victory over Nigeria’s...
THISDAYLIVE Feb 9

Rivers United don chop heavy beat for CAF Champions League

Omo, e be like say Rivers United no fit shine for this CAF Champions League again o! Last Sunday, dem run come meet Pyramids FC for Uyo, and na wa...
NNN.NG Feb 8

Pyramids FC Depart Uyo After CAF Champions League Win Over Rivers United

Pyramids FC of Egypt have departed Uyo following their CAF Champions League matchday five clash against Rivers United. In an official notice signed...
SPORTSRATION.COM Feb 8

CAF Champions League: Pyramid FC thrash Rivers United, advance

Egypt’s Pyramids FC have secured their place in the CAF Champions League knockout stage after a stunning 4–1 comeback victory against Nigeria’s...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 8

CAF Champions League: Rivers United crumble to heavy home defeat against Pyramids FC 

Rivers United suffered a 4-1 defeat to defending champions Pyramids FC in their penultimate CAF Champions League group game in Uyo on Sunday....
DAILY POST (NG Feb 8

CAFCL: Spinless Rivers United thumped by Pyramids in Uyo

Spineless Rivers United were thumped 4-1 by Pyramids of Egypt in their CAF Champions League match day five encounter on Sunday, www.aclsports.com...
ACLSPORTS.COM Feb 8

Pyramids Beat Rivers United 4-1, End Nigerian Side’s CAF Champions League Campaign

Defending champions Pyramids FC showed their quality despite several injuries as they defeated Rivers United 4-1 in a CAF Champions League match in...
SPORTSRATION.COM Feb 8

ITTF Africa Cup 2026: Aruna Outclasses Badr to Reach Last Four, Clinches Macao Berth

Quadri Aruna reaffirmed his dominance on the African table tennis scene with a polished display that earned him a place in the men’s singles...
SPORTS247 Feb 8

CAF Champions League: Rivers United Suffer Heavy Defeat To Pyramids FC In Uyo

Rivers United lost 4-1 to holders Pyramids FC in their CAF Champions League matchday five encounter in Uyo on Sunday. Finidi George’s side are the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 8

Pyramids FC Seal Group A Supremacy with 4–1 Comeback Win Over Rivers United

Defending champions Pyramids FC delivered a ruthless second-half performance to overturn an early scare and thump Rivers United 4–1 at the Godswill...
SPORTS247 Feb 8

Niger Tornadoes Threaten NPFL Withdrawal Over Stadium Ban 

Niger Tornadoes have threatened to withdraw from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following the league’s decision to ban the Bako...
SPORTS247 Feb 8
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