ABS FC Berates Gateway United

The management of Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, has berated it's counterparts from Ogun state over the show of same they exhibited before, during and after the match day 14 Nigeria National League (NNL), encounter on Sunday in Ilorin. 

Battle for the Soul of 2016 Federation Cup: FC IfeanyiUbah vs Nasarawa United

At Adamasingba Stadium, Ibadan, where the second semi final of 2016 Federation Cup was played between NASARAWA UTD and ENYIMBA INT'L, at the end of the encounter, if not all, almost everyone was happy, not because a team won and another lost, but because of the maturity and dexterity exhibited by the officiating officials, this could be equated to the extreme concentration that was quite characteristic of  WORLD CLASS REFEREES. 

Bet9ja NLO Super 8: Enyimba Feeders Set to Snatch License from FRSC

......As Bida Lions battle Papilo FC, My People face FC Abuja in other fixtures


Bet9ja Nationwide League One Super eight competition has kicked off with interesting fixtures to be decided in the cracker billed for the Agege Stadium, Lagos.

Femodino FC Wins Maiden Ogunjobi Cup

Femodino Football Club of Ilesha, on Sunday won the maiden edition of Chief Taiwo Ogunjobi Cup played at Methodist High School, Ilesha. 

Crown to Appeal NFF Disciplinary Committee Verdict

The management Of Crown Football Club of Ogbomosho was on Monday slammed by the Nigeria Football Federation Disciplinary Committee, having thrown out the protest of the Ajilete Warriors against FC Ifeanyi Uba in the Semi final clash of 2016 Federation Cup.

Kano Pillars Get New Board

Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano State has approved the appointment of a new Management Committee for Kano Pillars Football Club with immediate effect.

NLO Ready for Bet9ja Super 8- Ogunnowo

The Nationwide League One says that they are fully prepared to host the 2015/2016 Bet9ja Super Eight.

LMC Condoles with Late Izu's Family, Shooting Stars

Chairman of the League Management Company (LMC), Shehu Dikko on Monday afternoon spoke to the grieving Pa Reuben Izu, father of late Joseph Izu, a Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) defender.

Kogi Confluence Wins Maiden Kada Beach Soccer Cup

Kogi Confluence Beach Soccer team has emerged champions of the maiden Kada Beach Soccer 2016 after defeating Anambra United 11-5 at the Muritala Mohammed Square, Kaduna on Sunday.

ABS Reacts to O&D Judgment, Wants Julius Atete Banned

Ahmed Abdallah, Welfare officer of Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, has hailed the Nigeria Football Federation NFF's decision to award his team 3 goals and 3 points as a result of violence unleashed on his players and officials during a match day 13 of Nigeria National League, NNL encounter with J. Atete in Sapele on September 23.

Celtic FC Storms Abuja for AYF Veterans Shield Tourney

Celtic Football Club is set to arrive the nation’s capital city of Abuja to compete for honor and trophies at this year's Veterans Shield Football Tournament.

Agege Stadium to Host Bet9ja NLO Super 8

The Nationwide League One (NLO) on Friday said that the Agege Stadium, Lagos, would play host to the 2016 Bet9ja NLO Super 8. 

Heartland, Plateau United Accept LMC Sanctions

Heartland FC has written to the League Management Company (LMC) communicating their decision to withdraw an earlier rejection of the Summary Jurisdiction Notice issued the club for abandoning their Match Day 38 fixture in Jos against Plateau United.

2016 Fed Cup: Aliyu Says Enyimba Ready to Give Everything

Ahead of Saturday's crucial semi-final with Nasarawa United, Enyimba midfielder Abdulrazak Aliyu says the team will put in everything to make it to the final of the 2016 Federation Cup.

MFM FC Applauds Champions Rangers, Continental Clubs

The management of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries Football Club of Lagos has congratulated 2015/16 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) champions, Rangers International Football Club of Enugu State, Rivers United Football Club of Rivers State and Wikki Tourists Football Club of Bauchi State for their brilliant display in the recently concluded season which has earned them continental tickets.

MFM FC Commends Gov Ambode, Lagosians

Following the glorious outing in the 2015/16 Nigeria Professional  Football League (NPFL) season, the management of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries Football Club of Lagos is grateful to the executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode for his unflinching support towards the team.

Izilien Charges Onazi, Omeruo to Step Up Ahead of Algeria Clash

 

Godwin Izilein says Kenneth Omeruo and Ogenyi Onazi must take some blame for the Super Eagles’ poor defending in their opening Russia 2018 World Cup Group B qualifier  against Zambia’s Chipolopolo at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola, Zambia, on Sunday.

Super Eagles' Sweet Victory and Reality Check

 What a sweet victory the Super Eagles gave their fans yesterday in Ndola, Zambia. It was sweet in several ways especially when we consider that it was an away victory.

NPFL Club Owners Condemn Failed Attempt to Abduct LMC Chairman

Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Club Owners have condemned with dismay the attempt to abduct the Chairman of the League Management Company (LMC), Shehu Dikko by some persons claiming to be said to be security  operatives acting n the orders of the FCT Police Command.

Whats the big deal in Iwobi and Iheanacho?

 Few months ago on my Facebook wall, in my usual manner of seeking public opinion about issues, I asked my friends about Iwobi whom I think is an average player. 

Wike Splashes Cash on Rivers United

The Executive Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike (CON) has rewarded players and officials of Rivers United FC following their impressive feat in the just concluded Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). 

Rivers United to Prepare for CCL in Madrid

Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) club, Rivers United will prepare for the 2017 Caf Champions League in Madrid, Spain. 

Rotimi, Ovoke Claim Rivers United End of Season Awards

Sunday Rotimi and Bernard Ovoke were among the five Rivers United players honoured by the Rivers State Government on Saturday for spectacular displays in the just concluded season.

West Ham Donates £35,000 to Anambra FA, Okongwu Grammar School

..... Kicks Off 'Football Made in Anambra' Program.

Poised to further consolidate its partnership deal with top Nigerian Professional Football League, NPFL side, FC Ifeanyi Ubah as well as show its commitment to the partnership, English Premiership club, West Ham United donated the sum of £35,000 to the Anambra State Football Association and Okongwu Memorial Grammar School, Nnewi, the alma mater of President of FC Ifeanyi Ubah. Dr. Ifeanyi Ubah.

Rohr Congratulates SupportTheNPFL Goal King Award Winner, Obaje

Nigeria's Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr has congratulated 2015/16 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) highest goal scorer,  Godwin Obaje on receiving the maiden edition of SupportTheNPFL Goal King award in Abuja on Friday.

Club Owners Boss Danladi Leads 8-man Delegation to Zambia for Eagles Match

Chairman of the Club Owners Association of Nigeria Barr. Isaac Danladi is expected to lead an 8-man delegation of members of his Association to Zambia this weekend to lend support to the super Eagles of Nigeria as they face the Zambian National team in the 2018 world cup qualifier match.

Kano Pillars congratulate Rivers United

Four-time Nigerian champions, Kano Pillars have congratulated Rivers United FC for their qualification for next season’s Caf Champions League. 

Hammed urges Rivers United to emulate Enyimba

Rivers United centre half, Sope Hameed has urged his side to emulate the example of seven-time Nigerian champions, Enyimba International in next season’s Caf Champions League.

Ibinabo's Brace Shoots Rivers Angels Back to Top

An impressive Ibinabo Georgewill scored a brace and provided an assist to shoot champions, Rivers Angels back to the top of Group B of the NWPL with a 3-1 win over Adamawa Queens.

FIFA U17 WWC: Bala Nikyu Confident of Flamingoes' Qualification

Coach of Nigeria's U17 Women's National Team, Bala Nikyu believes his team does not deserve to go back home early from the ongoing FIFA U17 Women's World Cup Jordan 2016.

Elkanemi Keeper Wishes Injured Egwin Quick Recovery

..... Distance Self from Player's Injury. 

Yekeen Kazeem, Elkanemi Warriors' goalkeeper has sent a get well soon message to Rangers' striker Ifeanyi Egwin just as denied inflicting the injury on Rangers' forward.

NIGERIA PILLAR OF SPORTS, EJIDIKE CONGRATULATES RANGERS

Spurred by the transparency and conduct of the League Management Company, LMC which produced Rangers International Football Club of Enugu as the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL champion for the 2015/16 league season, the Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Chief Donatus Agu Ejidike, J.P has congratulated Enugu Rangers International of Enugu on the enviable feat.

FC IfeanyiUbah, West Ham United to Set Up Academy in Nigeria

Fast rising Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL side and first African partner of West Ham United FC of England, FC Ifeanyi Ubah will this week host their London-based partners, West Ham United FC in Lagos and Nnewi in a bid to take the partnership between both football clubs to the next level.

Confluence Queens Shock Adamawa Queens in Fufore

Confluence Queens Football on Sunday settled for their first away of the season with a 2-1 victory over Adamawa Queens FC in the rescheduled Week 12 of the Nigeria Women Premier League, (NWPL).

Okorom's Strike Secure NPFL Status for MFM FC

Stanley Okorom 24th minute audacious screamer ensured that Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries Football Club of Lagos will play in the Nigeria Professional Football League come next season. It was an historic 1-0 win over Ifeanyi Ubah Football Club of Nnewi in the final match of the 2015/16 Season played at the Agege Township Stadium on Sunday afternoon. 

Rivers United Stun Akwa United to Qualify for Champions League

 Rivers United capped off a remarkable season on Sunday with a stunning 2-1 win over Akwa United at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo on Sunday. 

Match Report: Katsina United 1-0 Kogi United

Kogi United ended the 2015/2016 Nigeria National League, NNL season with a 1-0 defeat to Katsina United in the final game played at the Karkanda Stadium, Katsina.

The lone goal which came through a counter in the 28th minutes saw Usman Bello latch onto a headed pass from Martins Usule from the edge of the Kogi United box.

Kogi United started the game with revenge on their minds as they intended to avenge their home loss to Katsina in the reverse fixture.

But it wasn't meant to be as Katsina United needed an outright victory to stand a chance of nipping the sole ticket to the NPFL in Group A1 with the hope that other result would favor them.

Katsina drew the first blood with just eight minute into the game when Usule combined well with Joshua Agboola to attack Kogi's defense and the latter's close range shot went inch wide from goal.

Kogi United responded quickly with their own attack two minutes later when playmaker Ashadi Destiny teed Ibrahim Enesi in the middle, the lanky forward raced down the middle to face the goal but was denied from taking aim at goal as Katsina United keeper, David Yinka came out to clear.

It was Katisna again with another attack in the 12 minutes when Shola Sheshere was called to duty as he made a one handed save to parry wide Agboola's 25 yard free kick.

Pressure came mounting on Kogi United defense as their hosts pumped more balls into their goal area.

 

Katsina broke the deadlock in the 28th minute when Kabir Janaidu took another long ball into Kogi United's edge of the box, Usule headed down the ball for on rushing Usman who buried the ball past the stretching hands of Sheshere.

The Lokoja based club tried to push for an equalizer immediately but were unlucky in front of goal. Jerome and Enesi had opportunities for Kogi United to restore parity before the end of first half as Destiny's piercing passes became too much to handle for Katsina United but the result remained unchanged till the end of first stanza.

The resumption of the game witnessed early upsurge from the boys of Coach Ishaya Jatau as Samson Pius tried keeper David Yinka with a thunderous shot at the edge of Katsina United's box, the shot stopper had to gather twice before making a catch.

With just five minutes into restart, Kogi United were reduced to 10 men when their creative schemer Destiny was controversially sent off by referee Sanni Mohammed from Kaduna for an adjudged foul on Abdulrahman Isa.

That numerical deficiency denied Kogi United to really make any meaningful attack as their host took advantage of Destiny's dismissal to gain more control.

And the Confluence Boys defended with all they've got to deny Katisna United from scoring another goal as the game ended with a slim victory, enough for Katsina to gain promotion to the apex league in the country.

Kogi United however ended the season with 18 points from 14 games and their final standing on the log would be determine after tomorrow's game between FC Yarmalight and Kaduna United.

#NPFLFINALDAY Preview: MFM FC vs FC IfeanyiUbah

FC Ifeanyi Ubah will be aiming to clinch its first ever continental ticket when it takes on MFM FC at the Agege Stadium, Lagos in the final round of fixtures in the 2015/16 season of the NPFL. 

#NPFLFINALDAY Preview: Akwa United vs Rivers United

The final match day of this season’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) is finally upon us and one of the most decisive games of the weekend will be played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Sunday.