Former Nigeria junior international goalkeeper and current Abia Warriors Technical Adviser, Imama Amapakabo, has admitted he was “a bit disappointed” with his players despite their hard-fought 1-0 Oriental Derby victory over title holders Rangers in Wednesday’s 2024/2025 NPFL matchday 25 clash in Umuahia, Completesports.com reports. Anthony Ijoma struck just before the half-time whistle to hand … Read more
Former champions Akwa United and Rivers United battled to a 1-1 draw in their Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, matchday 25 encounter in Uyo on Wednesday. Ubong Friday gave Rivers United the lead after eight minutes. Akwa United levelled through Mare Abson seven minutes after the break. Ijeoma Desouza scored the decisive goal three minutes … Read more
Kano Pillars assistant coach, Ahmed Garba Yaro Yaro has described Abia Warriors a “formidable opponent”. The Sai Masu Gida will host Imama Amapakabo’s side at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday (today). “Facing Abia Warriors, considering their rich vein of form and with Imama as coach, is a tough task not just for us but … Read more
Imama Amapakabo, Technical Adviser of Abia Warriors, has expressed his delight with his strikers’ goal returns in the ongoing 2024/2025 NPFL season, Completesports.com reports. Amapakabo, a former Nigeria junior international goalkeeper, is in his second coaching spell with the 2024 President Federation Cup finalists. The 55-year-old gaffer shared his thoughts on Anthony Ijoma’s sixth goal … Read more
Executive Chairman of the Abia Warriors Management Board, John Obuh, has exclusively revealed to Completesports.com the key factors driving the club’s impressive form in the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Abia Warriors currently sit fifth in the table after 22 rounds of matches— their best-ever performance at this stage of a Nigerian top-flight campaign. … Read more
Remo Stars extended their lead at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League , NPFL , to eight points following a thrilling 3-2 victory over Abia Warriors in Ikenne on Wednesday. Daniel Ogunmodede’s side rallied from 2-0 down to win the game. Ezekiel Ayodele gave Abia Warriors the lead on 25 minutes, while Ijoma … Read more
Shooting Stars head coach Gbenga Ogunbote is optimistic his side will secure a continental ticket at the end of the season. The Oluyole Warriors barely missed out on a place on the continent last season, finishing fourth on the table. Shooting Stars struggled at the start of the season but have recorded positive results in … Read more
Abia Warriors captain Augustine Njoku has declared that the club will fight for maximum points against Niger Tornadoes. Imama Amapakabo’s side have recorded just one win from their last five games. Njoku also tasked the fans to come in large numbers and cheer the team “My message to Abia Warriors fans is just to, first … Read more
Niger Tornadoes captain Mustapha Aliko is upbeat the Minna club can win the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title this season. The Ikon Allah Boys currently occupy eighth position on the log with 21 points from 15 matches. Majin Mohammed’s side are eight points adrift leaders Rivers United. Aliko believed they can still challenge for … Read more