Dstv news monday of the npfl
Here are the latest news and updates from the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) for Monday:
Matchday 24 Fixtures
The NPFL returns to action this weekend with 10 matches scheduled across various centers. Here are the fixtures:
- Akwa United vs. Enyimba (Nest of Champions, Uyo)
- Abia Warriors vs. Kano Pillars (Umuahia Township Stadium)
- Lobi Stars vs. Nasarawa United (Aper Aku Stadium, Makurdi)
- Plateau United vs. Rivers United (Rheem FC Stadium, Jos)
- Wikki Tourists vs. Heartland (Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi)
- Katsina United vs. Go Round (Katsina City Stadium)
- MFM FC vs. Sunshine Stars (Soulmate Sports Complex, Lagos)
- Ifeanyi Ubah vs. Dakkada FC (Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu)
- Kwara United vs. Jigawa Golden Stars (Ilorin Township Stadium)
- Niger Tornadoes vs. Adamawa United (Lapai Township Stadium)
Top Scorers
The top scorers in the NPFL after Matchday 23 are:
- Stephen Odey (MFM FC) - 14 goals
- Chidera Ezeh (Enyimba) - 13 goals
- Sikiru Alimi (Kano Pillars) - 12 goals
- Junior Lokosa (Enyimba) - 11 goals
- Ndifreke Effiong (Akwa United) - 10 goals
Injury Concerns
There are injury concerns for several players ahead of the weekend's matches. Abia Warriors' midfielder, Chinonso Okorie, is out with a hamstring injury, while Kano Pillars' striker, Gambo Mohammed, is struggling with a knee problem.
Coaches' Comments
Coaches across the league have been speaking ahead of the weekend's matches. Lobi Stars' coach, Solomon Ogbeide, has warned his team to be prepared for a tough encounter against Nasarawa United, while Enyimba's coach, Fatai Osho, has urged his players to maintain their focus and discipline.
That's all for now. Stay tuned for more updates from the NPFL!