Gombe United Football Club has indefinitely suspended Technical Adviser Abdullahi Tyabo Umar following a disappointing run in the ongoing Nigeria National League (NNL), Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The club’s management announced the decision after the Savannah Scorpions secured only 7 points from their first 6 matches, leaving them 6th in Conference D out of eight teams — a performance deemed below expectations for the side aiming for promotion back to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).

In an immediate reshuffle of the technical team, Haruna Abdullahi (known as Alanpasay) has been appointed Interim Technical Adviser, while Sulaiman Ahmad Kalala takes charge as the new Chief Coach as the club looks to arrest its slide and reinvigorate its campaign.

In addition to the coaching changes, the club has moved decisively in the playing squad, terminating the contracts of eight players considered surplus to requirements in a bid to refresh the team and improve results.

The management’s statement emphasized that the measures aim to re-energize the squad and realign the club with its competitive targets for the season. Supporters will be watching closely as the new technical setup attempts to lift results in the crucial second half of the campaign.

Uche Dozie

It was a great step towards escaping the drop for Sunshine Stars as they picked the Maxim points on the road in far away North during their matchday 34 encounter with Gombe United at the Pantami Stadium, Gombe State, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com.

In fairy first 10 minutes, Sunshine Stars broke the deadluck through Promise Awosanmi who scored a beautiful free kick from outside the 18 yards with just 9 minutes into the game.

Despite Gombe United's push for the leveller, the Owena Waves added the second at the half-hour mark through Lucky Nwafor, scores remaining same at the break.

Both teams created a couple of chances in the second half with Sunshine Stars goalkeeper David Ariyo making a couple of saves to help his team to nan important away win as the battle to beat the drop continues.

Speaking immediately after the game, Sunshine Stars gaffer, Kennedy Boboye heaped praises on his players why stating that his team will continue to push until the end of the season.

"I'm glad that we picked the much needed points here today in Gombe. It's a result we so desire and I'm glad we got it done, Gombe United are not a bad side at all but that's football for you"

The defeat confirm Gombe United's relegation to the Nigeria National League having garnered just 25 points from 34 games played so far, 17 points adrift safety which makes it impossible for them to beat the drop even if they win their remaining 4 matches.

Next on the radar for the Stars is a midweek clash with Kano Pillars as the President Federation Cup reaches the quarterfinal stages.

By Oluwayemi Omolagba

Rivers United returned to action in the Nigeria Premier Football League with a win over Plateau United while Kwara United and Bendel Insurance secured vital wins on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

2021 champions Rivers United defeated another former champion, Plateau United 3-1 at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Porthacourt.

Like a house on fire, Rivers United opened score in the 4th minute courtesy of Alex Oyowah before Deputy Echeta doubled the lead 5 minutes before half time

Ekerete Udom's 70th minute header all but put paid to the game before Bernard Mundi pulled one back for the visitors on 90 minute.

In Gombe, Kwara United added more salt to the injury of relegation-bound Gombe United as won 1-2 at the Pantami Stadium.

Sadeeq Yusuf put the visitors ahead on 35 minute. David Nnaji equalled score on 73 minute, but Shola Abdulraheem sealed the win on 80 minute for the Harmony Boys.

Bendel Insurance had to dig deep to secure a home win after going a goal down to Kano Pillars at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.

Ibrahim Mustapha Yuga had put the Sai Masu Gida side in front in the 13th minute, but Sunday Anyanwu restored parity for Insurance from the spot on 58 minute before Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi completed the comeback on 84 minute.

FULL TIME RESULTS

Rangers 3-2 Abia Warriors

Enyimba 1-0 Heartland

Bendel Insurance 2-1 Kano Pillars

Gombe Utd 1-2 Kwara Utd

Bayelsa Utd 1-1 Katsina Utd

Sporting Lagos 1-0 Sunshine Stars

Akwa Utd 4-1 Tornadoes

Rivers Utd 3-1 Plateau Utd

3SC 2-0 Lobi Stars

By Uche Dozie

Niger Tornadoes continued their fine form to get a big win over strugglers, Gombe United while Lobi Stars got a slim win over Enyimba to go joint top of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Ikon Allah boys were too much to handle for the Savannah Scorpions as they won 5-0 at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Kaduna on Sunday.

In form striker Clinton Jepta opened score with a 6 minute curler before Chidiebere Ernest scored from close range an Adeyinka Najeem's free kick.

The second half saw the hosts continue on a high as a foul on Chidiebere Ernest resulted in a free-kick which was scored by Mohammed Hussaini 5 minutes into the half.

Clinton Jephta clipped down in the box and the referee awarded a penalty which was converted by Bashir Usman on 76 minute before Jeptha scored his brace to put the icing on the cake.

Lobi Stars piped reigning champions, Enyimba 1-0 to be at joint top of the league with Rangers International courtesy of a goal by Alao Danbani on 58 minute.

Bendel Insurance and Bayelsa United both secured 1 point each on the road after playing a 1-1 draw against Kwara United and Sunshine Stars.

Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi had opened score for Insurance on 25 minute before Isaiah Ejeh equalled scored for Kwara United on  64 minute from the spot as it ended 1-1.

Muniru Abdulrahman opened score on 38 minute for Bayelsa United before Tunde Adeniji restored parity for Sunshine Stars at the Akure Township Stadium.

By Uche Dozie

There was nothing to choose between Gombe United and Remo Stars when the two sides played at the Pantami Stadium, Gombe on Tuesday in the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The NPFL matchday 28 encounter played behind closed doors ended with strugglers, Savannah Scorpions being held by the Sky Blue Stars goalless after regulation time.

It could have been a game to take for the visitors who were more expressive in their approach to win the game.

There were chances for Adams Olamilekan, Osayi Martins and Adedayo Olamilekan, but the Ikenne based side could not make these chances count.

The result takes Remo Stars to third with 46 points while Gombe United stay bottom with 22 points.

Uche Dozie

Gombe United have appointed Bala Nikyu to head their coaching crew for the remaining period of the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com has gathered.

Nikyu's appointment comes after the exit of Coach Aliyu Zubair following poor run of results with the Savannah Scorpions  winning just seven times in 27 matches and have also suffered a six-point and six-goal deduction for infraction this term.

The club

Speaking on the acquisition, Abubakar Abubakar Yellow, the General Manager of Gombe United, expressed confidence in Nikyu's capabilities, stating, "Nikyu is a well-experienced gaffer. His proven track record and tactical knowledge will be invaluable assets to our team. We believe that under his leadership, we can mould a solid team that will strive to please our supporters and stakeholders."

Nikyu will begin his era at Gombe United with a home game against one of the title contenders Remo Stars on Wednesday.

Nikyu’s last job in the NPFL was with second tier side Nasarawa United where he parted ways with the Lafia following a string of poor results in 2023.

He has also worked at Katsina United, Niger Tornadoes and Wikki Tourists.

Credit: Gombe United media

By Uche Dozie

Doma United second stanza woes continues on saturday as they played a 1-all draw with City rival, Gombe United at the Pantam Stadium, Gombe, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com.

After winning the first leg of the Gombe 3-0 earlier in the season, Doma United fell behind as early as the 12th minutes when David Nnaji Gombe United ahead.

The result leaves Doma United with just a win out of 11 games played so far in the second round, putting them in danger of relegation as they are now five points above the drop zone.

Gombe United on the other hand remain in the 19th place with the place in the NNL looking sealed gradually.

By Oluwayemi Omolagba

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has ducked 3 points, 3 goals from Gombe United for proper conduct in their game against Akwa United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The NPFL in a Summary Jurisdiction notice issued Gombe United said its findings included that Bright Nwosu, the Center Referee, Abdullahi Indabawa, the AR1, Friday Abu Emeje AR2, and Musa Hussainy Talle, the 4th Official were assaulted by the club fans in their MD26 clash against Akwa Utd.

Gombe United was charged with breach of Rules B13.52, B13.18 and C1.1 of the NPFL Frameworks and Rules which arose from failure to provide adequate and effective security leading to access to unauthorised persons to restricted areas, throwing of objects by their supporters to match officials and the visiting team and assault on match officials at the end of the game.

In addition to the points deduction,  the NPFL also imposed a total fine of N3million on the club made up of N1million each for failure to provide adequate and effective security, for throwing objects unto the field of play and compensatory payments to the four match officials at N250,000 each.

The NPFL also issued an order closing the Pantami Stadium to fans of Gombe United for the next three (3) home games.

Gombe United has 48 hours from the date of receipt of the sanctions to accept in writing to submit to the rulings or elect to face a disciplinary panel in accordance with Rule C26.

NPFL Media

Plateau United handed Gombe United yet another big defeat in the Nigeria Premier Football League after Nenrot Silas scored a hat-trick in Jos on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Silas' hattrick and a goal by Alex Enejo gave the Peace Boys a resounding victory which further compounded the woes of  the Savannah Scorpions at the Jos Township Stadium.

With great momentum, the host created several chances with a late minute attempt by Enejo hitting the bar, but all to no avail as the first half ended  goalless.

The deadlock was finally broken in the second half with a goal by Enejo on 54 minutes.

Sunday Anthony pulled out a wonderful piece and provided a fantastic assist for Enejo to finish.

Silas doubled the lead 14 minutes later after a deflected ball found him again, his first touch was enough to drive a high ball into the net with his left foot.

He made it 3-0 after he struck a right footed shot beat the goalkeeper on 72 minutes courtesy of a Hilary pass.

Sam Pam's corner found Nenrot who shoot straight into the net to make it 4 for the Jos Boys 7 minutes later to complete the rout.

The win takes Plateau United top pending Lobi Stars and Rivers United while Gombe United remain rock bottom.

By Uche Dozie

After four matches without a win Bendel Insurance returned to winning ways courtesy of a double by Ismail Sarki against Gombe United in their Nigeria Premier Football League match day 24 fixture on Friday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Benin Arsenal defeated the Savannah Scorpions 2-0 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin to end a run of 3 loses and a draw in 4 matches.

Sarki opened score on 7 minutes for the hosts before doubling the lead a minute after half hour mark after he cushioned the ball, turned his marker before slotting past goalkeeper, Itodo Akor.

The visitors did not show much treat even after having much of the ball as the Edo based team held on to get all points after final whistle.

The win which is Insurance's first in the season's second round takes them to 7th on the log pending the matches which will be played on Saturday and Sunday.

Meanwhile, the match winner Sarki Ismael was rewarded  with cash from Comrade Festus Alenkhe Chairman, NUJ, Edo State.

Uche Dozie 

Shooting Stars Sports Club earned away point against Gombe United after playing out a 1-1 draw at the Pantami Stadium in the last round of matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League match day 23 fixtures on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Oluyole Warriors came from behind to equalise through new recruit, Hadi Mohammed after Taiye Yusuf had put the home team ahead.

Taiye Yusuf with a calm finish from close range scored in the 29th minute of the game to make it 1-0 for the hosts who held on to the lead in the first half.

However, 3SC came back to the game in the 76th minute after Gombe United could not make use of their chances as the visitors capitalised on an error at the back.

Hadi Mohammed scored for 3SC after taking advantage of Victor Aworji’s poor clearance in front of his box.

Shooting Stars Sports Club now have 31 points which place them at 11th position while Gombe United remain 19th on the log with 22 points.

By Uche Dozie

After match day 20 fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football League, Remo Stars have returned to the zenith of the league standings after securing an away point in Aba while Katsina United left it late to get maximum points against Niger Tornadoes on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Remo Stars held Abia Warriors to a goalless draw in Aba after an end to end affair which saw the hosts edge it in attempts at goal.

The second half saw the Warriors dominate pushing for the goal, but the Sky Blue Stars goalkeeper, Kayode Bankole and the defense stood their ground to get the point even with a man down in the a couple of minutes to the end of the game.

The game between Katsina United and Niger Tornadoes was heading for a stalemate until Idoko sealed the win for the hosts at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina.

United dominate first half, pushing for a goal, but goalkeeper Enaholo and his defense were strong to avert danger.

Tornadoes came out stronger in the second half dominating play, but could not make it count until the last 15 minutes of the game where United raised their game to pile pressure for the goal which came in the 90th minute.

A cross from the right corner of the pitch was hit with a half volley by Idoko to give the Changi Boys the 3 points.

Sporting Lagos recorded a slim win over Bendel Insurance courtesy of a second half goal from Tochukwu Micheal.

Kenneth Igboke scored at the start of the second half to give Rangers International FC all points against Akwa United.

Goals in the first half by Muhammad Umar and a second half goal by Albert Hilary saw Plateau United win despite Suur Kumaga pulled one back for Lobi Stars.

Match Day 20 Full Time Results

Sporting Lagos 1-0 Bendel Insurance

Rangers 1-0 Akwa Utd

Bayelsa Utd 2-0 Gombe Utd

Sunshine Stars 1-1 Kwara Utd

Plateau Utd 2-1 Lobi

Rivers Utd 3-2 Doma Utd

Abia Warriors 0-0 Remo Stars

Katsina Utd 1-0 Tornadoes

Uche Dozie 

The 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League enter the mid-way point with some classical fixtures across different centers this weekend, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Shooting Stars vs Enyimba FC

In what will be the biggest clash of the weekend, Shooting Stars will welcome Enyimba FC to the Adamasingba Stadium Ibadan for a renewal of their historical fixtures.

The last time this fixture came up at the same venue, it ended in a 0-0 stalemate.

Head-to-head

In the last eight clashes between both sides, 2 games ended scoreless draw with both teams winning " games a-piece.

Form

Shooting Stars - DLLWD

Enyimba FC - DWWLL

Doma United vs Rivers United

In the battle of United, Doma who are yet to concede a goal playing in front of their fans his season will hope they can continue their impressive home record when host Nigeria's only remaining team in the continent, Rivers United.

Head-to-head

Doma United and Rivers United FC played so far 2 matches. Doma won one and Rivers won the other. The last time this fixture came up in Gombe, Doma won 2-1.

Form

Doma United - LWLWL

Rivers United - LDDLW

Kwara United vs Sunshine Stars

Two familiar foes not in a too friendly position on the NPFL log will today clash at the Ilorin township in a must win game as they seek to turn their season around. 15th on the log, " points behind Sunshine Stars who will be their Saturday's visitor, Kwara united will hope they can secure a good win that can help redefined their not too good season.

Head-to-head

Teams Kwara United Sunshine Stars played so far 21 matches. Kwara United won 7 direct matches. Sunshine Stars won 9 matches. 5 matches ended in a draw. 19th June 2022 was the last time this fixture took place and it ended 2-1 in favour of the host, Kwara United.

Form

Kwara United - LDWLL

Sunshine Stars - DDWLD

Lobi Stars vs Plateau United

It 's a case of 1st place against 3rd when Lobi Stars host Plateau United at the Lafia Township Stadium on Sunday. These two North Central teams who are familiar with themselves have all to play for as the result will determine their position in the leadership of the NPFL going into the second round of fixtures.

Head-to-head

Teams Lobi Stars Plateau United played so far 13 matches. Lobi Stars won 3 direct matches. Plateau United won 6 matches. 4 matches ended in a draw. On average in direct matches both teams scored a 1.85 goals per Match.

Form

Lobi Stars - WLWWD

Plateau United - LWLWW

Bendel Insurance vs Sporting Lagos

After their initial fine start to the league season, Lagos tech boys are now languishing in the relegation zone and to get back their confidence and chances of leaving the drop zone anytime soon, they need a miracle in Benin, the fortress home of Bendel Insurance.

Head-to-head

This will be the first meeting ever between both sides.

Form

Bendel Insurance - LWDWL

Sporting Lagos - LDLLD

Remo Stars vs Abia Warriors

Title Contenders Remo Stars will once again try to reclaim the top spot from Lobi Stars as they welcome Abia Warriors to Ikenne. Daniel Ogunmodede men are one of the favourites to win the league and they currently second on the log, a point behind Lobi Stars. Abia Warriors who are 9th on the log will hope to cause an upset when they play the Sky Blues on Sunday.

Head-to-head

Remo Stars and Abia Warriors played so far 4 matches. Remo Stars won 2 direct matches. Abia Warriors won 1 matches. 1 matches ended in a draw. On average in direct matches both teams scored a 1.00 goals per Match.

Form

Remo Stars - LWLWL

Abia Warriors - WLWLW

Gombe United vs Bayelsa United

Strugglers Gombe and Bayelsa United will continue their fight against the drop when they clash at the Pantami Stadium on Sunday. Gomb United, 19th on the log will push for a chance to leave the rest zone which only a victory can give them against 18th placed Bayelsa United who currently have the same points with them (17).

Head-to-head

Gombe United and Bayelsa United played so far 10 matches. Gombe United won 5 direct matches. Bayelsa United won 4 matches. 1 matches ended in a draw. On average in direct matches both teams scored a 1.30 goals per Match

Form

Gombe United - DWLDL

Bayelsa United - LDLLW

Niger Tornadoes vs Kastina United

With 3 wins in their last 5 games, Kastina United will target a win against their Northern brothers Niger Tornadoes who on their own have recorded two wins in their last 5 games. With just 3 points away from the drop zone, Niger Tornadoes will target this North derby to move far away from the relegation zone.

Head-to-head

Niger Tornadoes and Katsina United of recent have met 7 times. Niger Tornadoes won 2 direct matches. Katsina United won 4 matches. 1 matches ended in a draw. On average in direct matches both teams scored a 2.14 goals per Match.

Form

Niger Tornadoes - DWLWD

Kastina United - LWLWW

Akwa United vs Enugu Rangers

Since they won the league in 2021, Akwa United have been struggling and the closest they come to pushing for the top league prize was last season when they narrowly missed out of the Super Six on goal difference. The team return to its struggling stage after relieving coach Deji Ayeni of his duties at the end of that season and when they thought things will get better, they are deep in the relegation waters. They play host to Fidelis Ilechukwu's Enugu Rangers on Sunday.

Head-to-head

Akwa United and Enugu Rangers played so far 25 matches. Akwa United won 5 direct matches. Enugu Rangers won 11 matches. 9 matches ended in a draw. On average in direct matches both teams scored a 2.08 goals per Match.

Form

Akwa United - LDLWL

Enugu Rangers - WDWLW

Kano Pillars vs Heartland

Another traditional topflight derby will come up this weekend as Kano Pillars and Heartland meet for the first time in the NPFL since 2022 when they both relegated to the lower division. With Kano Pillars 6th on the log, Heartland are rocking it at the bottom of the log.

Head-to-head

Recent record shows that Kano Pillars Heartland Owerri played 29 matches against each other.

Kano Pillars won 11 direct matches. Heartland Owerri won 11 matches. 7 matches ended in a draw. On average in direct matches both teams scored a 2.10 goals per Match.

Form

Kano Pillars - WLWWD

Heartland FC - LWLWL

It promises to be an interesting weekend across the country with league actions set to ignite the already burning fire in the Sports industry started by the Super Eagles who defeated AFCON host, Cote d'Ivoire 1-0 in front of their fans on Wednesday.

By Oluwayemi Omolagba

Bayelsa United midfielder, Tekena Garando has stated the team have what it takes to cope without top scorer, Robert Mizo, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Robert Mizo who had scored 9 goals this season and 19 goals in 2023 left for Al Hilal SC Benghazi in Libya to continue his football career.

And since his departure there have been talks and insinuations that the Prosperity Boys will struggle in front of goal without the services of the talisman.

Bayelsa United, still in the euphoria of a 2-0 home win against Bendel Insurance play Gombe United this weekend and Tekena Garando who scored the first goal against Insurance, thinks the team will do fine without Mizo.

"Talking about Robert Mizo, he was a very big part of our team, but Mizo has left Bayelsa United to another team.

And there have been talks everywhere about Mizo leaving Bayelsa United and Bayelsa United can score goals. I think someone said something like that before our match against Insurance that now that Mizo has left how would they score, but we scored two goals and we kept a clean sheet. So, we know we have quality in the team to win matches even without Mizo here, we can win games and we are confident of that. And hopefully we can show that against Gombe United."

Gombe United will host Bayelsa United at the Pantami Stadium, Gombe on Sunday at 3pm as both sides seek a win to bring their season campaign back to life.

Uche Dozie 

Rangers International proved too much to handle for Gombe United in their Nigeria Premier Football League match day 18 match played on Saturday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Flying Antelopes eased passed the Savannah Scorpions 4-1 to keep alive the hope of a top finish at the end of the season.

Wasiu Alalade drew the first blood for Gombe United on 19 minutes before Godwin Obaje drew the home team level 2 minutes later.

Obaje put the hosts in front for the first time in the contest 6 minutes to the end of the first half from the spot as the first 45 minutes ended 2-1 in favour of Rangers International.

In the second half, Chidiebere Nwobodo increased the lead in the 63rd minute for the Enugu State side to dictate the game.

And by the 85th minute, the hosts had scored another to make it 4-1. This time, courtesy of Kenechukwu Agu, putting the game beyond Gombe United.

Uche Dozie

In a letter signed by club Secretary Bala Abubakar, Gombe United expressed their deep remorse for the "unacceptable actions" of certain individuals involved in the attempted assault on match officials and the throwing of objects onto the pitch during the match at Pantami Stadium.

While acknowledging the severity of the misconduct, the club urged the Disciplinary Committee to consider a more lenient approach, emphasizing the human element of occasional mistakes and the importance of balancing justice with mercy.

Furthermore, the letter highlighted the club's ongoing efforts to promote sportsmanship among its supporters, citing the Savannah Scorpions supporters club's dedication to fan education and enlightenment. They expressed bewilderment at how "a few bad eggs" could jeopardize the team's progress and damage the peaceful reputation of Pantami Stadium, known for its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

Expressing confidence in the Disciplinary Committee's fairness, Gombe United pledged to take additional measures, in collaboration with the fans club leadership, to strengthen crowd control and ensure that such incidents never occur again. The club emphasized their commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and sportsmanship.

The letter concluded with a heartfelt plea for leniency, hoping that the Disciplinary Committee will grant their request for a review of the penalty. Gombe United reiterated their unwavering obedience to the NPFL's rules and regulations while emphasizing their desire to move forward constructively.

Whether the Disciplinary Committee will heed Gombe United's appeal remains to be seen. However, the club's sincere apology and proactive approach to preventing future fan misconduct could potentially influence the committee's decision.

This situation serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible fan behavior and the need for clubs to actively engage with their supporters to promote sportsmanship and respect within the Nigerian football landscape.

Gombe United media

The Nigeria Premier Football League has given varying fans to four clubs who breached the league's rule and framework after their match day 17 matches, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The league body on Monday announced that it has sanctioned league leaders, Remo Stars, Sunshine Stars, Gombe United and Kano Pillars for various misconducts over the weekend.

Remo Stars were charged for falling to provide adequate security in their game as Sunshine Stars and we're fined 1 million naira.

Kano Pillars were charged for breaking the rules of the league in their league game against Plateau United and will play their next home games at the Sani Abacha Stadium without fans.

Gombe United will also play behind closed doors in their next matches after failing to also provide adequate security in their match against Rivers United.

Sunshine Stars of Akure also faced the wrath of the law after "failing to ensure proper conduct of their players in the course of their game at Remo Stars on Sunday."

The Akure Gunners goalkeeper Abdullateef Ishola was suspended for the next 3 matches for reacting violently to a ball boy.

All clubs have within 48 hours to appeal the sanctions.

Uche Dozie

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) will have it’s representatives in Uyo on when Wednesday for the inspection of the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com  reports.

CAF have before now disclosed  the idea of a Super League which comprises of six teams and the international stadium has been ticked to host some matches.

To this effect the African football governing body will by tomorrow land in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria to inspect the stadium.

CAF president, Patrice Motsepe in 2022 proposed a Super League for top clubs in Africa on May 22.

The competition will replace the old CAF Champions League.

Dare Ogun

Following his visit to the Godswill Akpabio Stadium Uyo where he watched Akwa United take on Plateau United on Saturday, Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro is reported to have rated the facilities in the stadium as world class while also putting it across to the NFF to move the Super Eagles games there, Nigeriasoccernet gathered.

The Nigeria Professional Football League game played on Saturday ended 2-1 in favor of Akwa United with the Super Eagles coach attendance.

During his second visit to the stadium on Sunday a day after the game, the Super Eagles coach and his assistant Acacio Santos inspected the facilities in the stadium.

Speaking after the inspection tour, Peseiro said he was impressed with the facilities at the stadium, adding that despite being used weekly by Akwa United and Dakkada FC for their NPFL matches, the quality of the pitch as well as the facilities have been properly maintained.

“This is a good stadium, feels like Europe and the standard of facility is world class. I came here to watch the match and to check the stadium and I must say that the stadium is big and in a nice condition.”

Asked if he will recommend the stadium for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, the coach said “I am happy that aside Abuja stadium we have another big stadium here, I am going round to inspect the stadiums we have in Nigeria and at the end I will give my advice and the NFF will take the decision, it is not up to me,” he added.

The Portuguese had complained about the poor turf of the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abuja, prior to the Super Eagles 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone a few weeks ago and the Super Eagles will face the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau in their next game in the qualifiers in September.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved two Nigeria stadiums eligible to host the fourth coming 2023 Championship of African Nations qualifiers, Nigeriasoccernet can report.

With Nigeria CHAN team part of the teams that will battle for a place in the main event next year, Moshood Abiola Stadium which has served as the home of the Super Eagles since the March World Cup Playoff against Ghana and The Godswill Akpabio Stadium Uyo which hosted the CAF Confederation Cup final between RS Berkane of Morocco and Orlando Pirates of Egypt have been approved for the qualifying series.

The qualifier is slated to start on the 22nd of July, 2022.