The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced the postponement of Kano Pillars FC’s highly anticipated Matchday 14 home clash against Enyimba International of Aba. The match, initially slated for Sunday, December 1, 2024, has been postponed to an unconfirmed date due to Enyimba’s engagement in the CAF Confederation Cup group stage fixtures.
In a statement issued by the league organizers, the NPFL assured fans of both clubs that a new date and time for the iconic encounter, popularly referred to as the “Zobia Clasico,” will be communicated in due course. This rescheduling underlines the league’s commitment to ensuring fair play and accommodating Nigerian clubs competing on the continental stage.
In a related development, Kano Pillars FC’s Matchday 13 away fixture against Lobi Stars has been brought forward to Saturday, November 23, 2024. The match will now take place at the Lafia City Stadium, a change necessitated by adjustments to the league calendar.
This presents an opportunity for the Sai Masu Gida to bounce back after a thrilling 2-2 draw with Heartland FC in their first game of the current season at the newly refurbished Sani Abacha Stadium. That performance, while exciting, left the home crowd yearning for maximum points. Head Coach Usman Abdallah and his squad will be keen to make amends by securing an all-important victory on the road against a tough Lobi Stars side.
The Pyramid City side continues to showcase resilience and ambition in the ongoing NPFL season. Despite the challenges, the team remains steadfast in its pursuit of excellence. Fans can expect a determined performance this Saturday as the Sai Masu Gida aim to close the gap at the top of the league standings.
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