Ikorodu City Set to Face Shooting Stars in Highly Anticipated NPFL Derby
This weekend, the South-West Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will see Ikorodu City take on Shooting Stars in a thrilling derby match at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos.
The Oga Boys are riding a wave of momentum, having gone unbeaten in their last two matches and accumulating 14 points from 11 games. They’ll be looking to maintain their impressive form against their opponents.
In another NPFL match, Heartland will face Kano Pillars at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano. The NPFL has given the green light for Kano Pillars to return to their original home venue following renovations, adding an exciting twist to the match.
Heartland is determined to secure a victory despite the venue change. Their media officer, Tunde Liadi, expressed confidence in the team’s ability to achieve their objective of earning three points on Kano Pillars’ turf.
Heartland comes into this match with two consecutive wins, further fueling their ambition to take home all three points.
In Umuahia, Abia Warriors forward Ojonugwa Adejoh is optimistic about the team’s chances against Enyimba.
Adejoh believes that a positive result will boost the team’s confidence and improve their standing in the league. Despite being winless in their last three matches, Adejoh reassured fans that the team is ready to give their best and secure a maximum point haul.
Abia Warriors’ chairman, John Obuh, also voiced his confidence in the team’s ability to achieve success against Enyimba.
Obuh remains optimistic that if the players commit themselves to the club and their coach, Imama Amapakabo, they will secure the desired result in this crucial matchday 12 fixture.
2024-2025 NPFL Matchday 12 Fixtures, Kick-Off Time
Saturday, November 16
Akwa United Vs Nasarawa United
4 p.m.
Sunday, November 17
El-Kanemi Warriors Vs Niger Tornadoes
3 p.m.
Bayelsa United Vs Katsina United
4 p.m.
Ikorodu City Vs Shooting Stars
4 p.m.
Enugu Rangers Vs Bendel Insurance
4 p.m.
Sunshine Stars Vs Lobi Stars
4 p.m.
Abia Warriors Vs Enyimba
4 p.m.
Remo Stars Vs Rivers United
4 p.m.
Kwara United Vs Plateau United
4 p.m.
Kano Pillars Vs Heartland
4 p.m.
