Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye has expressed sadness at the death of Heartland FC Coach, Christian Obi and injuries sustained by some players of the club in an accident on Friday, August 23. Obi was a former Nigeria international goalkeeper and has been the Head Coach of the club in the last two seasons. …

Heartland have been granted provisional approval to play their remaining home games of the season at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri. This followed observed improvements on their pitch after a second inspection within the last two weeks. However,  the approval does not extend to the next season as another comprehensive review of facilities at the stadium will be carried out …

Kano Pillars were on Monday fined N1 million for their supporters’ encroachment onto the field of play during the MatchDay 4 fixture against Rivers United. Heartland of Owerri were also issued a stern warning to curb their restive supporters, and advised to organise reorientation for them to inculcate the spirit of fair play. The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) reached …

Rangers are back in the continental cup competition range after beating Heartland 3-1 in the oriental derby of Matchday 27 of the 2021/22 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Their main challengers for that third spot on the table – Remo Stars – found themselves on the losing end at the Okigwe Township Stadium where Abia Warriors scored two goals and …