The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) attention shifts to Kano as high-flying Doma United takes on Kano Pillars at the Sani Abacha Stadium. Doma United leads the league with maximum points after three matches, marking an impressive start to their top-flight football season. The Gombe-based side aims to extend their winning or unbeaten run against Daniel Ogunmodede's Kano Pillars.
Rivers United and Shooting Stars focus on the league after exiting their respective CAF competitions. Rivers United lost to Côte d'Ivoire's San Pedro on the away goals rule, while Shooting Stars fell to Tunisia's CS Sfaxien 2-1 on aggregate score. The Pride of Rivers faces Nasarawa United, where they have struggled to pick up points, while Shooting Stars takes on Plateau United in Jos.
Matchday three of the NPFL recorded several goals across various match centers. This week's matches promise goals, shockers, and possible shenanigans. Sporting Lagos, after an impressive Lagos Derby win over Inter Lagos, hosts Abia Warriors at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium. Abia Warriors seeks their first win of the season but faces a tough opponent in Sporting Lagos.
Enyimba aims to win their first match of the season against Inter Lagos at Aba. The nine-time NPFL champions have struggled to break away from last season's disappointing outing despite managerial changes. Inter Lagos has endured a difficult start to life in the league, losing their opening three matches. The fixture appears to be a David and Goliath fight, but surprises are possible.
Rivers United, despite their disappointing exit from the CAF Champions League, has had a good start to the season, winning two home matches. However, they face a stern test at Nasarawa United, where they have struggled to pick up points. The Pride of Rivers is on a run of seven consecutive losses on the road, with their last visit to Nasarawa United ending in a 4-1 loss.
Finidi George's Rivers United needs to up their game to avoid defeat at Nasarawa United. Meanwhile, Shooting Stars, under Imama Amapakabo, aims to end their eight-match winless run at Plateau United's home ground in Jos. The Oluyole Warriors have not won in Jos in their last eight trips.
The NPFL matchday four fixtures promise exciting encounters, including Sporting Lagos against Abia Warriors and Enyimba against Inter Lagos. Doma United's perfect start will be tested against Kano Pillars, while Rivers United and Shooting Stars seek vital points against Nasarawa United and Plateau United, respectively.
Key points
- Doma United leads the NPFL with maximum points after three matches.
- Rivers United and Shooting Stars seek vital points after exiting their respective CAF competitions.
- Enyimba aims to win their first match of the season against Inter Lagos at Aba.
