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NPFL 2026/27 pre-season preparations

Overview

Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) clubs are conducting pre-season preparations for the 2026/27 campaign.

Individual clubs have focused on roster management and fitness. Sporting Lagos promoted academy player Fuhad Ojediran to the first team and secured several new signings, including Chinedu Sunday, Tamuno Kalio, and Usman Mohammed. Meanwhile, Niger Tornadoes utilized a pre-season tournament in Katsina to improve team cohesion.

As the season approaches, clubs have engaged in tune-up fixtures. Sporting Lagos recorded a 3-1 away victory against Remo Stars, while other recent results included a 1-1 draw between Abia Warriors and Rivers United and a 1-0 win for Rangers International over Inter Lagos. Defending champions Enugu Rangers are preparing to begin their title defense against Katsina United. The new season is scheduled to commence on August 30.

Entities

Nigeria Premier Football League · Sporting Lagos · Rivers United · Niger Tornadoes · Fuhad Ojediran

Timeline

18 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
NPFL clubs prepare for 2026/27 season with pre-season fixtures
NPFL clubs are conducting pre-season matches ahead of the 2026/27 season, with Sporting Lagos securing a 3-1 win over Remo Stars as defending champions Enugu Rangers prepare for their title defense.
20 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Sporting Lagos bolsters squad for upcoming NPFL season
Sporting Lagos has promoted academy forward Fuhad Ojediran and signed three new players to prepare for the 2026/27 NPFL season, while Niger Tornadoes continue pre-season preparations.

Sources

maltadaily.mt · naijanews.com · nigeriafootball.ng · rowdie.co.uk · sports247.ng