The Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL) enters Matchday 6 this Sunday, with defending champions Enyimba FC testing their title credentials in Lagos towards newcomers Ikorodu Metropolis FC.
Saturday’s fixtures delivered early drama: Plateau United secured back-to-back wins with a 1-0 victory over El Kanemi Warriors in Jos, whereas Bendel Insurance coverage have been held 1-1 at house by Bayelsa United on the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin.
With the 4 NPFL continental representatives exempted, Sunday’s schedule gives 5 pivotal fixtures that might affect each ends of the desk.
Ikorodu Metropolis vs Enyimba FC
Enyimba stay unbeaten this season (W3 D2) and arrive in Lagos aiming to take care of momentum within the NPFL title race.
The Individuals’s Elephant have proven consistency, however Ikorodu Metropolis’s unpredictable model makes this one of many standout fixtures of Matchday 6.
Warri Wolves vs Taking pictures Stars (3SC)
Taking pictures Stars SC (3SC) ended their winless run final weekend, however face a frightening journey to Warri Wolves.
Historical past closely favours the hosts—Wolves are unbeaten of their final eight NPFL house conferences towards 3SC (W7 D1). The Oluyole Warriors, nonetheless struggling for rhythm, should dig deep to keep away from one other setback.
Kun Khalifat FC vs Barau FC
Two NPFL debutants conflict in Aba in a recreation already being referred to as a relegation six-pointer.
Kun Khalifat FC, who’ve secured one win this season, tackle Barau FC—the one winless facet within the league after 5 matches (D2 L3). For Barau, managed by Ladan Bosso, this fixture is a must-win to ignite their survival hopes.
Wikki Vacationers vs Rangers (Bauchi)
Rangers Worldwide proceed their seek for kind with a tough go to to Wikki Vacationers.
Whereas Wikki boast 9 wins from 19 house conferences on this fixture, Rangers have prevented defeat on 10 events (W1 D9 L9). Either side are determined for factors to climb the NPFL standings.
Nasarawa United vs Katsina United (Lafia)
This top-four showdown sees Nasarawa United chasing three consecutive wins for the primary time since final season. Katsina United, nevertheless, will probably be cautious of their poor file in Lafia, the place they’ve misplaced their final six NPFL visits.
NPFL Matchday 6 Outcomes (Saturday)
Plateau United 1-0 El Kanemi Warriors
Bendel Insurance coverage 1-1 Bayelsa United
