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Here are the latest Naija football news updates:

NPFL News

  1. Rangers International FC wins 2022 NPFL title: Enugu Rangers International FC has been crowned the 2022 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) champions after a thrilling season.
  2. Kano Pillars FC relegated: Kano Pillars FC has been relegated to the Nigeria National League (NNL) after finishing 19th on the NPFL table.
  3. Plateau United FC signs new players: Plateau United FC has signed three new players, including midfielder, Samuel James, to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season.

International Friendlies

  1. Nigeria vs. Mexico friendly match cancelled: The friendly match between Nigeria and Mexico, scheduled for June 2, has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
  2. Nigeria to play against Ecuador in friendly match: The Super Eagles will face Ecuador in an international friendly match on June 4 at the Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa in Quito, Ecuador.

Transfer News

  1. Victor Osimhen joins Napoli on loan: Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has joined Italian club, Napoli, on a season-long loan deal from Lille OSC.
  2. Samuel Chukwueze joins Villarreal on permanent deal: Nigerian winger, Samuel Chukwueze, has signed a permanent deal with Spanish club, Villarreal, after spending two seasons on loan from Villarreal.

Other News

  1. NFF to introduce new league format: The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is set to introduce a new league format, which will see the top four teams in the NPFL qualify for the CAF Champions League.
  2. Nigeria to host 2023 AFCON qualifiers: Nigeria will host the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, which will take place in March 2023.

Stay tuned for more Naija football news updates!