By: Michael Odetunde
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Anticipation is building as Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) unfolds this weekend with several exciting fixtures lined up across different centers.
Newly promoted side, Barau FC, will lock horns with Kano Pillars in what promises to be a mouthwatering closed door encounter.
In Maiduguri, El-Kanemi Warriors will take on Wikki Tourists in a northern showdown expected to produce thrilling moments.
Bayelsa United, buoyed by their away victory in Port Harcourt will aim to consolidate their form when they host Kun Khalifa at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.
After suffering defeat to Kun Khalifa, Enyimba will be eager to bounce back when they host Warri Wolves in Aba. Meanwhile, in Lagos, Ikorodu City will battle table-toppers Nasarawa United at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
In Ilorin, Kwara United who have gone three games without a win– will be seeking redemption in front of their home fans as they welcome Katsina United to the Rashidi Yekini Main Bowl, George Innih Stadium, Ilorin.
Elsewhere, Niger Tornadoes will host Plateau United in a North-Central Derby at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna.
The city of Ibadan will also witness a thrilling clash as Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) welcome Abia Warriors to the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, in what is expected to be one of the standout fixtures of the weekend.
NPFL MD 9 FULL FIXTURES.
Saturday.
Bendel Insurance vs Rivers United (PP)
Sunday.
Barau FC Vs Kano Pillars
Bayelsa United vs Kun Khalifa
El Kanemi vs Wikki Tourist
Enyimba vs Warri Wolves
Ikorodu City vs Nasarawa United
Kwara United vs Katsina United
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Niger Tornadoes vs Plateau United
Remo Stars vs Rangers Int’l (PP)
3SC vs Abia Warriors.
