The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) season kicked off with a surprise result as defending champions Enugu Rangers were held to a 0-0 draw by El Kanemi Warriors in Enugu. Despite creating scoring opportunities, both teams failed to find the net, with Rangers’ goalkeeper Japhet Opubo making crucial saves to deny the visitors.
El Kanemi Warriors dominated the match, but Rangers’ defense held strong to secure a point. The draw marks a cautious start for the champions, who will look to improve in their upcoming matches.
The remaining nine matches of the opening round will be played next weekend. The NPFL promises to be an exciting season, with several teams vying for the title.
In other news, French club FC Fleury 91 has signed young Nigerian striker Hafiz Ibrahim. The 20-year-old joins the French side from Nigerian club, MFM FC.
Meanwhile, English club, Watford FC, has sacked Super Eagles striker, Emmanuel Dennis. The Nigerian international joined Watford last season but failed to impress, leading to his departure.
Italian publication, Gazzetta dello Sport, has criticized Napoli for their treatment of Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen. The publication described Osimhen’s transfer to Bayern Munich as a “waste paper” deal, implying that Napoli undervalued the Nigerian striker.
The NPFL season is expected to be highly competitive, with several teams aiming for the title. Enugu Rangers will look to bounce back from their opening draw and defend their championship title.
