The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season is set to begin on Friday, August 22, 2025, with a thrilling match between defending champions Remo Stars FC and Rivers United FC. The game will take place at Remo Stars Stadium at 4:00 pm, marking the start of what promises to be an action-packed football season.
This marks the 54th edition of the NPFL and the 36th since the league was professionalized. With 20 teams ready to compete, the upcoming season is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent years.
Among the teams participating, four are privately owned, the highest number since 2019. These teams—Remo Stars, Ikorodu City, Barau FC, and Kun Khalifat—bring a fresh energy to the league, adding to the already high expectations for the season.
The full list of teams competing this season includes:
1. Abia Warriors
2. Barau FC
3. Bayelsa United
4. Bendel Insurance
5. El-Kanemi Warriors
6. Enugu Rangers
7. Enyimba FC
8. Ikorodu City
9. Kano Pillars
10. Katsina United
11. Kun Khalifat
12. Kwara United
13. Nasarawa United
14. Niger Tornadoes
15. Plateau United
16. Remo Stars
17. Rivers United
18. Shooting Stars
19. Warri Wolves
20. Wikki Tourists
