NPFL Second Round Begins With Midweek Fixtures

The second round of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League begins today with midweek fixtures across all league centres. The NPFL confirmed the schedule in a letter to clubs, urging teams to prepare for heavy fixture congestion as the season intensifies.

Barau host Niger Tornadoes in Kano, while Shooting Stars welcome Enyimba in Ibadan. El-Kanemi Warriors face Bayelsa United in Maiduguri, and Kwara United meet Bendel Insurance in Ilorin. Remo Stars play Ikorodu City in Ikenne, as Rangers International host Rivers United in Enugu.

Other matches include Katsina United versus Kun-Khalifat, Wikki Tourist against Warri Wolves, Abia Warriors versus Plateau United, and Nasarawa United hosting Kano Pillars. Leaders Rivers United top the table with 37 points from 19 games overall.