NPFL: Remo Stars begin title defence against Rivers United
Holders Remo Stars will begin the defence of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title against Rivers United, DAILY POST reports.
The draw ceremony for the 2025/26 NPFL season took place in Abuja on Monday.
Remo Stars claimed the title for the first time last season.
Record champions, Enyimba Football Club of Aba will be away to newly promoted side, Barau FC.
Abia Warriors and Kano Pillars will clash in the standout fixture of matchday one.
The first Oriental derby of the season will be between eight-time champions Rangers and Kun Khalifa FC.
The 2025/26 NPFL season will kick-off on Friday, 22 August.
Full Fixtures
Abia Warriors vs. Kano Pillars
Wikki Tourists vs. Plateau Utd
Katsina Utd vs. Warri Wolves
Rangers FC vs. Kun Khalifa FC
Remo Stars vs. Rivers Utd
Kwara Utd vs. Ikorodu City
El Kanemi Warriors vs. Bendel Insurance
Shooting Stars vs. Bayelsa Utd
Barau FC vs. Enyimba
Niger Tornadoes vs. Nasarawa Utd.
NPFL: Remo Stars begin title defence against Rivers United
