The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has officially postponed four matchday five fixtures to accommodate the continental engagements of some participating clubs.
Among the postponed games is the highly anticipated Oriental Derby between Rangers International and Abia Warriors, a fixture that always sparks excitement in Nigerian football.
Other matches affected include:
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Remo Stars vs. Kano Pillars
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Kwara United vs. Plateau United
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Barau FC vs. Rivers United
According to the NPFL, the postponements were necessary as Remo Stars, Rivers United, Abia Warriors, and Kwara United are currently representing Nigeria in continental competitions.
Continental Fixtures Ahead
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Remo Stars will face US Zilimadjou of Comoros in the CAF Champions League preliminary round.
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Rivers United will battle FS Les Aigles du Congo in the same competition.
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Abia Warriors are set to meet Djoliba AC of Mali in the CAF Confederation Cup.
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Kwara United will clash with Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko, also in the Confederation Cup preliminary round.
The NPFL management confirmed that new dates for the rescheduled fixtures will be communicated later.
This adjustment ensures Nigerian clubs have enough time to prepare for their continental challenges, as they aim to make the country proud on the African stage.
