NPFL Matchday 23: Predictions, Match Officials, and TV Schedule
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) enters Matchday 23 with exciting fixtures lined up across the country. The title race is heating up, and teams battling relegation will be desperate for crucial points. Seven matches will be broadcast live on StarTimes and NPFL-Live/Propel Sports, ensuring fans don’t miss out on the action.
Matchday 23 Fixtures, Predictions, and Match Officials
Friday, February 7, 2025
Katsina United vs Heartland (Live on StarTimes & NPFL-Live/Propel Sports)
- Kick-off: 3 PM
- Venue: Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina
- Result: Katsina United 1-0 Heartland
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Muntaka Abubakar
- Assistant Referee 1: Jefferson James
- Assistant Referee 2: Abdullahi Shuaibu
- Fourth Official: Ahmed Lamido
Saturday, February 8, 2025
El-Kanemi Warriors vs Nasarawa United
- Kick-off: 3 PM
- Venue: El-Kanemi Warriors Stadium, Maiduguri
- Result: El-Kanemi Warriors 1-0 Nasarawa United
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Saeed AbdulAzeez
- Assistant Referee 1: Sani Abdullahi
- Assistant Referee 2: Bobby Yali
- Fourth Official: Mohammed Lawal Shittu
Remo Stars vs Kano Pillars (Live on NPFL-Live/Propel Sports)
- Kick-off: 4 PM
- Venue: Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne
- Prediction: Remo Stars 2-1 Kano Pillars
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Chidiebere Onyemezie
- Assistant Referee 1: Umar Adamu
- Assistant Referee 2: Ayuba Yusuf
- Fourth Official: Tunde Bello
Shooting Stars vs Bendel Insurance (Live on StarTimes)
- Kick-off: 5:30 PM
- Venue: Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan
- Prediction: Shooting Stars 1-0 Bendel Insurance
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Anthony Eze
- Assistant Referee 1: Umar Mamuni
- Assistant Referee 2: Musa Talle
- Fourth Official: Taofik Alalade
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Niger Tornadoes vs Plateau United (Live on StarTimes)
- Kick-off: 3 PM
- Venue: Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Kaduna
- Prediction: Niger Tornadoes 0-2 Plateau United
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Ladan Aliyu
- Assistant Referee 1: Moses Alayemola
- Assistant Referee 2: Ikenna Okerulu
- Fourth Official: Isyaku Musa
Plateau United could get an away win given the pressure and ultimate issued by the management.
Abia Warriors vs Sunshine Stars (Live on NPFL-Live/Propel Sports)
- Kick-off: 4 PM
- Venue: Umuahia Township Stadium, Umuahia
- Prediction: Abia Warriors 2-1 Sunshine Stars
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Mustapha Alhassan
- Assistant Referee 1: Gerard Anyam
- Assistant Referee 2: Peter Bwamba
- Fourth Official: Linus Ogar
Abia Warriors will be confident of a win at home against an inconsistent Sunshine Stars side.
Bayelsa United vs Rangers
- Kick-off: 4 PM
- Venue: Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa
- Prediction: Bayelsa United 2-2 Rangers
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Adeniyi Adewale
- Assistant Referee 1: Cletus Adewebi
- Assistant Referee 2: Segun Akinsanya
- Fourth Official: Saeed Babayanju
Rangers have the quality to secure an away point against Bayelsa United.
Rivers United vs Lobi Stars
- Kick-off: 4 PM
- Venue: Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt
- Prediction: Rivers United 2-0 Lobi Stars
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Charles C. Igwe
- Assistant Referee 1: Kingsley Madu
- Assistant Referee 2: Ojuolape Ibrahim
- Fourth Official: Chineme Ajibor
Rivers United are strong at home and should win comfortably.
Akwa United vs Enyimba (Live on NPFL-Live/Propel Sports)
- Kick-off: 4 PM
- Venue: Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo
- Prediction: Akwa United 1-1 Enyimba
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Isah Gogo
- Assistant Referee 1: Felix Ogundiran
- Assistant Referee 2: Friday Abu Imeje
- Fourth Official: Gbenga Onilearo
This is a big clash, and both teams may settle for a draw.
Ikorodu City vs Kwara United (Live on StarTimes & NPFL-Live/Propel Sports)
- Kick-off: 5:30 PM
- Venue: Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos
- Prediction: Ikorodu City 0-1 Kwara United
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Felagha Anderson
- Assistant Referee 1: Emmanuel Ogar
- Assistant Referee 2: Felagha Johnbull
- Fourth Official: Victor Akokoba
Kwara United should edge this encounter in a closely fought contest.
Conclusion
NPFL Matchday 23 promises thrilling action, with key clashes shaping the title race and relegation battle. Fans can watch seven live matches on StarTimes and NPFL-Live/Propel Sports. Stay tuned for more updates as the NPFL season progresses.
