NPFL

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NPFL Kicks Off with a Bang: Sunshine Stars and Enyimba Steal the Show!

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Get ready, football fans! The NPFL season has kicked off, and it's goals galore with Sunshine Stars unveiling their new squad and Enyimba stealing the spotlight! ⚽🤩

As the excitement builds for the new Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Sunshine Stars Football Club has made quite a splash by signing and unveiling a whopping 21 new players! Fans in Akure are buzzing with anticipation as the club aims to improve its standing this season. In addition to the new signings, Sunshine Stars have promoted four talented youngsters from their youth team to join the senior squad. These young stars, including Shettima Mongulo and Oluwole Kehinde, have shown promise in the youth leagues and are eager to make their mark in professional football.

But the thrill of the NPFL opener was not limited to Sunshine Stars alone. The league kicked off with a bang, showcasing some intense matches that had fans on the edge of their seats. Abia Warriors faced a tough defeat, losing 2-0 to Remo Stars at the Umuahia township stadium, while Enyimba showcased their dominance by beating Heartland 3-1 in what was dubbed the ‘Oriental Derby.’ This clash between fierce rivals never disappoints and certainly lived up to expectations this time around.

In addition to these thrilling encounters, fans witnessed a spectacular performance from the talented versatile teenage sensation, Yahaya Ibrahim, who was named in Kwara United FC’s matchday squad for their opening game against Niger Tornadoes. This young talent is expected to be one to watch as the season progresses, and his presence alone adds to the excitement surrounding the NPFL matches. With teams displaying their competitive spirit and hunger for victory, the league promises to be action-packed this season.

As the league continues, predictions are already rolling in for NPFL Matchday one. Analysts are expecting fireworks as teams square off in riveting encounters that fans are sure to enjoy. It’s a fantastic time to be a football fan in Nigeria as the NPFL continues to grow in excitement and talent.

Did you know? Enyimba has historically been one of the most successful clubs in NPFL history, with numerous league titles and continental achievements under their belt! Sunshine Stars aim to reclaim their glory and become a powerhouse in the league this season, while fans from across Nigeria eagerly support their teams. To top things off, the NPFL has been launching various initiatives to engage fans, making every matchday a thrilling experience! Get your jerseys ready, because this season is going to be legendary!

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NPFL: Sunshine Stars Sign, Unveil 21 New Players For New ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

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NPFL: Sunshine Stars promote four youngsters to main team (Daily Post Nigeria)

Sunshine Stars have promoted four of their youth team players to the senior squad. The quartet are Shettima Mongulo, Oluwole Kehinde, Ismail Amid and.

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NPFL: Versatile teenage sensation Yahaya Ibrahim named in Kwara ... (SportsRation)

Versatile Yahaya Ibrahim has been included in Kwara United FC's matchday squad for their 2024/2025 NPFL opener against Niger Tornadoes.

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NPFL: Abia Warriors lose 2-0 to Remo Stars, Enyimba beat ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

It was a disappointing Sunday evening for fans of Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia as their team was beaten 2-0 at Umuahia township stadium by Remo.

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NPFL Round-Up: Goals Galore As Three Away Wins Recorded (BSN Sports)

It was goals galore on the opening match day of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season, BSNSports.com.ng reports. Niger Tornadoes got off ...

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NPFL Round-Up: Three away wins as Enyimba win first Oriental derby (Premium Times)

The only game without a goal was the contest between Bendel Insurance and Rivers United in Benin. Olawale scores the season's first goal. After Enugu Rangers ...

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2024/2025 NPFL Matchday one predictions: Expect fireworks (SportsRation)

SportsRation correspondent Nsikakabasi Akpan presents a preview and predictions for each of the nine fixtures NPFL matchday one fixtures:

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NPFL Roundup: Enyimba win 'Oriental Derby' at Heartland, Kano ... (SCORE NIGERIA)

Enyimba today recorded a victory at Heartland in an 'Oriental Derby', while Kano Pillars and Sunshine Stars posted resounding home wins in the first week of ...

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NPFL Review: Enyimba, Remo Stars win big on the road (ACLSports)

The 2024/25 NPFL season continued on Sunday as Enyimba and Remo Stars claimed big wins on the road to begin their respective campaigns, www.

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NPFL: Enyimba Down Heartland In Oriental Derby; Remo Stars ... (Complete Sports Nigeria)

Enyimba defeated rivals Heartland 3-1 in a thrilling oriental derby at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri on Sunday.

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Enyimba Overpower Heartland To Win First Oriental Derby Of 2024 ... (thewillnigeria)

September 08, (THEWILL) – Enyimba began the 2024/2025 NPFL season with an emphatic 3-1 victory over Heartland FC in the first Oriental derby of the campaign ...

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NPFL: Enyimba Win 'Oriental Derby' at Heartland, Sunshine Crush ... (THISDAY Newspapers)

Enyimba recorded a 3-1 victory against Heartland in an 'Oriental Derby' in Owerri in the first week of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) ...

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NPFL: Enyimba claim derby spoils, Remo Stars, Tornadoes win away (Daily Post Nigeria)

Matchday one fixtures of the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League season produced three away wins. Record champions Enyimba destroyed oriental rivals.

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NPFL: Sanni disappointed with Kwara United's defeat to Niger ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

Kwara United technical adviser Tunde Sanni has blamed lack of composure for his team's defeat to Niger Tornadoes. The Harmony Boys lost 2-1 to Tornadoes.

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NPFL: We Were Not Composed, Laments Kwara United Coach After ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

ILORIN – Tunde Sanni, technical adviser began his career as chief helmsan of Kwara United Football Club with a home loss to Niger Tornadoes of Minna in ...

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NPFL: Enyimba cage Heartland in fierce Oriental derby - The Nation ... (The Nation Newspaper)

Enyimba produced a magnificent performance at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri to secure a 3-1 away win in the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League ...

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Amuneke loses first NPFL game with Heartland (Daily Sun)

Emmanuel Amuneke's difficult start to life as Heartland Technical Manager started on Sunday as his team lost 1-3 to Enyimba in the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier ...

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NPFL: Sunshine Stars open season with 3-0 win against Bayelsa ... (Peoples Gazette)

The match was played on Sunday at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun. Sunshine Stars' forward, Seidu Salisu opened the scoring with an assist from Promise ...

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NPFL 2024/2025 Match Day 1 Results (Voice of Nigeria)

Following are the results of Match Day 1 fixtures in the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), played on Sunday: Plateau United 1-0 Katsina ...

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Sports ministry, NPFL back N-Youth League Cup (Peoples Gazette)

They pledged their support for the league on the sidelines of the Nigeria Youth League Gala/Awards Night on Sunday in Abuja.

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NPFL: Boboye urges Sunshine Stars players to maintain winning ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

Sunshine Stars technical adviser, Kennedy Boboye has challenged his players to keep up with the momentum after their winning start to the new season.

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Sports ministry, NPFL back N-Youth League Cup — (National Accord)

The Minister of Sports, John Owan-Enoh, and the Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Gbenga Elegbeleye, have declared support for the ...

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