Harry Archie
The new 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season is getting underway, with defending champions Rangers facing a major challenge as they begin their title defence.
The new season has generated excitement among football supporters across the country, although the NPFL continues to face problems including controversial officiating, unpaid salaries and administrative difficulties.
Rangers will have to deal with strong competition from other clubs seeking to win the league title.
The new campaign is expected to provide another opportunity for Nigerian clubs to improve the quality and popularity of domestic football.
Despite the challenges facing the league, football authorities and clubs are hoping the new season will attract more supporters and improve the overall standard of the competition.
