NPFL introduces Friday night football

Author: Mike OyebolaPublished on: October 4, 2026Country: Nigeria

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The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is set to introduce a new match schedule featuring Friday night, early Saturday, and Sunday kick-offs. The first game under this new arrangement will be between Shooting Stars and Ranchers Bees on October 16 at Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, starting at 6 pm. This will be the second time Shooting Stars hosts a Friday night league game this season. The move aims to increase excitement and align the league with other major football leagues worldwide.

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