Bala Abubakar has resigned from his position as Head Coach at Katsina United after their Nigeria Premier Football League Match Day 25 game against Sunshine Stars on Wednesday. The former Kwara United coach decided to walk away due to a lack of a conducive atmosphere and the non-fulfilment of his contractual agreement by Katsina United….
Looking to stay updated on the latest player movement within Nigerian football? You’ve arrived at the right place! This page serves as your comprehensive guide to all confirmed transfers and loan deals involving Nigerian footballers playing in the domestic leagues. Whether you’re a die-hard fan tracking your favorite team’s acquisitions, a scout on the hunt…
Sunshine Stars FC acquire the services of Sodiq Tunde on loan from Ekiti United. In a significant move to bolster their attacking options, Sunshine Stars have successfully acquired the services of Sodiq, a highly-rated goal poacher on loan from Ekiti United Football Club in the Nigeria National League (NNL). The completion of this transfer was…
From humble beginnings to the big leagues, Elijah Akanni ‘s story is one of determination and sacrifice. In an exclusive interview with Futball Naija, he shared the challenges he faced growing up in Agbado, Lagos. “Life was tough,” he said, reflecting on his journey. But that didn’t stop him from pursuing his dreams on the…
In a jaw-dropping performance, 18-year-old Yusuf Abdullahi, popularly known as Dan Tsamage, etched his name in the annals of Nigerian football history during the NPFL Match Day 11 fixture. Playing for Kano Pillars against Gombe United at Pantami Township Stadium, Gombe, Abdullahi made headlines as the first player ever to score five goals away from…
Remo Stars Stun Enyimba at Aba. In a highly anticipated clash, Remo Stars emerged victorious with a historic away win against Enyimba FC in the rescheduled Match Day 5 fixture of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Remo Stars produced an impressive performance as they secured a crucial away victory against Enyimba FC in…
In the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), where talent and competition are abundant, one player has risen to the occasion and made a name for himself with a remarkable feat. Sporting Lagos‘ Jonathan Alukwu has become the first NPFL player to score in four consecutive games this season, setting the league ablaze with his incredible…
It was a familiar tale for Akwa United, one of despondency that unfolds at the end of their matches. The echoes of disappointment reverberate from the pitch to the stands, punctuated by the frustration of dropped points. The fans at Eket Stadium, their adopted home ground, expressed their displeasure with boos as Akwa United once…
There’s a lot of similarities between Rivers United midfielder Fatai Abdullahi and Yves Bissouma of Tottenham Hotspur. Rivers United secured Abdullahi’s services from Enyimba Int’l Football Club during the last transfer window after his standout performance that helped Enyimba clinch the league title. Despite being six years younger than Bissouma, Rivers United is hopeful that…
In a surprising turn of events, Kwara United Football Club recently raised eyebrows in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) with a rather unconventional Man of the Match (MOTM) award presentation. After their hard-fought victory against Abia Warriors, instead of the usual plaque or trophy, the MOTM was presented with something that looked remarkably like…
Full-time whistles echoed across all NPFL matchday venues, bringing an exciting start to the 2023/24 Nigerian Premier Football League season. Here are the key takeaways from Week 1: NPFL MATCHDAY ONE RESULTS: Monday (01/10/2023) NPFL Matchday One Fixture: READ ALSO: NPFL Takes a Stand: Kano Pillars Barred from Signing New Players Highlight Moments: The 2023/24…