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Lobi Stars take new mojo to table toppers in Port Harcourt

By Admin on April 7, 2022 News, Sports

Still basking in the euphoria of the 2-0 drubbing of high-flying Enugu Rangers Int’l last Sunday at the Aper Aku Stadium, Lobi Stars have moved with the victorious spirit into the city of Port-Harcourt to challenge table toppers Rivers United for the maximum points in the re-arranged MatchDay 21 of the 2021/2022 NPFL season on […]

NPFL: Aiyenugba talks up Kwara United’s chances against Rivers United

By Wale Mustapha on May 24, 2021 News, Sports

Kwara United’s credentials this term in the Nigerian Professional Football League will undergo tough examination against Rivers United on Wednesday afternoon in Ilorin. The Harmony Boys will be going into this encounter with the aim of ending their six-year unbeaten run in the topflight against the Port-Harcourt landlords. Michael Enaruna scored the goal which broke […]

NPFL/La Liga U15 Promises: Goals Galore as Pillars, Heartland, Katsina United Win On Day 2

By Wale Mustapha on April 16, 2021 News, Sports

Kano Pillars thrashed Lobi Stars FC 3-0 in the day 2 of the 2021 NPFL/La Liga U15 Promises on Friday. Jubril Isah opened the scoring for Pillars in the 26th minute before Imrana Musa made it 2-0 in the 53rd minute. The third goal of the match was scored by Idris Khamus with three minutes […]

Morice Chukwu delighted with first NPFL goal

By Admin on March 3, 2021 News, Sports

MFON PATRICK Akwa United’s combative midfielder, Morice Chukwu is excited and relieved to have scored his first goal in the Nigeria Professional Football League on Sunday in his team’s 3-0 bashing of Rivers United in Uyo. Morice scored a spectacular free-kick in the 89th minute of the match to help his side to a resounding […]

Rivers United Wrecks Heartland

By Wale Mustapha on January 17, 2021 News, Sports

Rivers United claimed their fourth Nigeria Professional Football League win with a thrilling, high-energy performance to beat Heartland FC at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium Sunday evening Coming into this game off the back of a narrow 1-0 defeat to Wikki Tourist FC, Stanley Eguma shuffled his back four in an effort to change the fortunes […]

Gov Wike Preseason Tournament: Stakeholders Rate Bashir Badawiy High

By Admin on November 20, 2020 News, Sports

By Abdul Momoh The General Manager of Kwara United FC Mr Bashir Badawiy, an Irah, Kwara State born football administrator has been rated high by football administrators in Nigeria following a successful Gov Wike Preseason Tournament held in Portharcourt, Rivers State. Despite the challenges faced by sports including the shutdown occasioned by Covid19 and economic […]

Gov Dapo Abiodun Preseason Tournament – Rivers United spank Insurance, Kwara United roll past Nilayo, Wolves, Crown share spoils

By Wale Mustapha on November 19, 2020 News, Sports

Group ARivers United announced their presence in the tournament with a dominant display against Bendel Insurance after a 2-0 win. Two second half goals from Chika Godwin and Aguda Godwin gave Rivers United their first win of the tournament. Warri Wolves grabbed their first point of the tournament after a draw with Gateway United. Gateway […]

Rivers United Emerge champions at Governor Wike Pre-Season Tournament

By Wale Mustapha on November 15, 2020 News, Sports

Rivers United Football Club were crowned champions of the 2nd edition of Governor Wike Pre-season tournament after they defeated Bayelsa United FC 5-4 on penalties. Christian Mizo silenced the home fans at Sharks Stadium with the curtain raiser on Sunday. Substitute Chika Godwin weaved past his man and sent the ball to the roof for […]

Governor Wike Pre Season Tournament: Ottasolo thanks organizers for award

By Wale Mustapha on November 15, 2020 News, Sports

President of Ottasolo International FC, Gabriel Davies has showed gratitude to Organizers of Governor Wike Pre-Season Tournament. Ottasolo International FC won the hearts of fans with their brand of Football at the 2nd edition of the prestigious Tournament. They held their heads high despite crashing out in the first round of the competition. Despite their […]

Governor Wike Pre-Season Tournament: Rivers United set up Bayelsa United final tie

By Wale Mustapha on November 14, 2020 News, Sports

Rivers United will battle Bayelsa United in the final of the 2020 edition of Governor Wike Pre-Season Tourney on Sunday in Port Harcourt. The Pride of Rivers walloped MFM FC 3-0 in the second semi-final which was decided at Sharks Stadium in Port Harcourt on Saturday. Midfielder Godwin Aguda gave the Port Harcourt side the […]