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Nigeria Premier Football League season start

Overview

The 2026/2027 Euromatch–NPFL season commenced with mixed results for several clubs.

In the opening match, Kwara United and Kano Pillars played to a 2-2 draw. Kano Pillars established an early two-goal lead, including a strike by Shola Abdulraheem, but Kwara United managed to fight back to equalize. Kwara United head coach Suleiman Ashifat noted the performance showed promise for a squad that has integrated 16 new players.

By matchday two, Kano Pillars secured a 3-2 victory over Niger Tornadoes. In other league action, Plateau United earned its first win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Kwara United. Nasarawa United also recorded a 1-0 win against Bendel Insurance, while Kun Khalifat FC and Barau FC ended in a 0-0 draw.

Entities

Kano Pillars · Kwara United · Suleiman Ashifat · Dele Aiyenugba · Plateau United

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    NPFL Matchday 2: Kano Pillars defeat Niger Tornadoes as Plateau United win

    Kano Pillars defeated Niger Tornadoes 3-2 in the NPFL, while Plateau United secured a 1-0 win over Kwara United. Kwara United coach Dele Aiyenugba praised new Malian goalkeeper Khalifa Quattara.

  2. 14 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Kwara United and Kano Pillars draw 2-2 in NPFL opener

    Kwara United and Kano Pillars drew 2-2 in their Euromatch–NPFL season opener, featuring a comeback from the home side and an emotional goal by former Kwara player Shola Abdulraheem.

Sources

completesportsnigeria.com · footballinnigeria.com.ng · nigeriafootball.ng · nigeriasoccernet.com · npfl.com.ng · sports247.ng