# Nigerian Professional Football League early season

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-professional-football-league-early-season
> Updated: 2026-09-15T00:25:12.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 3.

The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) season began with Doma United emerging as a dominant force. Following the first two matchweeks, Doma United sat at the top of the standings, having won both opening fixtures without conceding a goal.

By matchday three, Doma United extended their perfect start to the season with a 2-0 victory over nine-time champions Enyimba at Pantami Stadium. Sadiq Rilwan and Yusuf Fantami provided the goals, securing Doma United’s third consecutive win and ninth point. The club has maintained three consecutive clean sheets since its promotion to the top flight.

In response to the loss, Enyimba technical adviser Emmanuel Deutsch expressed confidence in his squad's recovery but highlighted concerns regarding “internal distractions stemming from social media and press reports.” He also credited the club chairman for providing continued financial and personal support to the squad.

Doma United head coach Deji Ayeni, who previously coached Enyimba, stated his ambition to establish the “Savannah Tigers” as a significant force in the NPFL. While aiming to compete at the top of the league and impact Nigerian football stakeholders, Ayeni emphasized that the team must continue to improve despite their perfect start.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-15: Doma United coach aims for NPFL impact after perfect start

Doma United coach Deji Ayeni aims to make a lasting impact in the NPFL after the club secured three consecutive wins and a victory over Enyimba.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/doma-united-coach-aims-for-npfl-impact-after-perfect-start

### 2026-09-12: Doma United defeats Enyimba to maintain perfect NPFL start

Doma United defeated Enyimba 2-0 to maintain a perfect start to the NPFL season, while Enyimba coach Emmanuel Deutsch addressed team distractions following the loss.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/doma-united-defeats-enyimba-to-maintain-perfect-npfl-start

### 2026-09-11: NPFL season sees early Golden Boot leaders and Doma United top standings

Early NPFL season action sees Mohammed Zulkifilu leading the Golden Boot race, while Doma United maintains a perfect start as they prepare to face Enyimba in matchday three.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/npfl-season-sees-early-golden-boot-leaders-and-doma-united-top-standings

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Cite as: Nigerian Professional Football League early season. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-professional-football-league-early-season