NPFL Announces Schedule for 2023-2024 Campaign Season

The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) is gearing up for an exciting 2023-2024 campaign season. The league recently unveiled the fixtures for matchday one, which is slated to commence on September 9.

Enyimba FC, the reigning NPFL champions, will begin their title defense with a captivating home clash against Bendel Insurance, the Federation Cup champions. It promises to be a blockbuster encounter that will set the tone for the rest of the season.

The NPFL draw, held in Abuja, saw football stakeholders, including Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier League Board, in attendance. Elegbeleye expressed the board's commitment to elevating the league's standards and professionalism.

One significant development announced during the draw is the agreement with Propel Sports Africa/MTN for live streaming of matches. At least eight out of the ten matches played each matchday will be broadcasted live, allowing Nigerians at home and abroad to enjoy the NPFL action on their phones and smart devices.

This partnership with Propel Sports Africa/MTN opens up opportunities for football enthusiasts worldwide to follow the Nigerian football league in over 100 countries. The subscription-based streaming service will ensure fans never miss a moment of the excitement.

Elegbeleye also addressed concerns surrounding officiating in the league. The Nigeria Premier League Board intends to improve the quality of refereeing, ensuring fair play and reducing contentious decisions on the field. Better officiating will enhance the viewing experience for fans and boost the league's credibility.

In addition to officiating improvements, the NPFL board aims to raise the prize money for the league. In the previous 2022-2023 season, the prize money stood at 100 million naira. By increasing the financial reward, the NPFL hopes to motivate and attract top-tier talent, as well as promote healthy competition among clubs.

The return to the full league format is another exciting aspect of the upcoming season. With 20 clubs vying for the title, a total of 380 thrilling matches await football lovers across the nation. The previous abridged season limited the number of matches, but the 2023-2024 campaign will bring back the full intensity and excitement of the NPFL.

The release of the matchday one schedule has sparked anticipation among fans and players alike. Nigerian football enthusiasts eagerly await the kickoff, as they will have front-row seats to witness the battle for supremacy between the top clubs in the country.

The NPFL's efforts to enhance the league through live streaming and improved officiating signal a positive direction for Nigerian football. With the backing of technology and a focus on fair play, the 2023-2024 campaign season promises to be an unforgettable one.

Source of content: OOO News 2023-08-30 News

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