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VICTOR OYEMADA SHINES IN LEAD SPORTS AFRIQUE 9JA TEQBALL CHALLENGER SERIES

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2 months ago

November 26, 2024

Nigeria number one seed teqer Victor Oyemade, has undelined his credentials after winning all four group games at the 2024 “9ja Teqball Challenger Series” organised by Lead Sports Afrique in collaboration with the Teqball Federation of Nigeria in Jos, Plateau State.

Playing in Group ‘A’ Oyemade in his first game today, 26th of November 2024, defeated Abdulkadir Folarin in two straight sets 12-1, 12-7, edged out Ihedioha McBlaise 12-5, 12-5, brushed off Mohammed Rabiu 12-7, 12-2 and smashed Mohammed Danjuma 12-0 12-0. He is joined by Ihedioha McBlaise as he progresses to the next round after triumphing in four games.

In Group ‘B’ Mikel Enebechukwu won four games and is joined by Yahyah Akorede who won three games to play in the next round.

Group ‘C’ saw Funsho Samson win all four games to progress while Joshua Musa won three games to join in as the second best in the Group.

Meanwhile, Grouping ‘D’ saw the calm display of Efosa Ebosa winning all four games to top the group as Ezeigbo Cornelius joined the list of top two to qualify for the second round after winning three games and losing one.

The quarter final game will be decided on November 27, 2024 at the Plateau State Deputy Governor’s parking lot, Fwavwei Junction, Rayfield, Jos, Plateau State

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Analysis of the 2024/25 NPFL Table (Match Day 22)

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54 mins ago

February 5, 2025

The Gleamer

Patrick Ngwaogu (Odogwu)

The 2024/25 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) table after Match Day 22 reveals a competitive title race, a congested mid-table, and an intense relegation battle. Below is a breakdown of the key trends from the standings.

🏆 Title Race: Remo Stars in Control

1.  Remo Stars FC lead the table with 45 points from 22 games, boasting 14 wins, the highest in the league.
2.  Shooting Stars SC sit second with 37 points from 21 games, meaning they have a game in hand that could close the gap.
3.  Rivers United FC (35 points) and Rangers International FC (34 points) remain in contention, but their inconsistent results (only 9 wins each) suggest they will need strong finishes.

🚀 Key Insight: Remo Stars’ defensive solidity (only 16 goals conceded) and best goal difference (+14) make them the current favorites for the title.

⚖️ Mid-Table Battle: Competitive and Unpredictable

•   Teams from 5th place (Abia Warriors, 33 points) to 14th place (Katsina United, 26 points) are separated by just 7 points.
•   Clubs like El-Kanemi Warriors (32 points) and Enyimba FC (31 points) could still push for continental spots if they gain momentum.
•   Kano Pillars and Bayelsa United (29 & 28 points respectively) are sitting in the middle of the pack but could easily be dragged into the relegation fight if results don’t improve.

⚠️ Key Concern: Mid-table teams must be wary of inconsistency, as a few bad results could put them in relegation danger.

🌍 Continental Qualification Spots

•   The top two teams qualify for the CAF Champions League (CAFCL), while the third-place team enters the CAF Confederation Cup (CAFCC).
•   Rivers United (3rd) and Rangers (4th) are currently in the best position to battle for continental spots.
•   Ikorodu City FC (7th, 31 points) and Niger Tornadoes (9th, 31 points) remain dark horses for a top-three finish.

🌟 Key Contenders: Rangers International and Rivers United must improve their consistency to ensure a top-three finish.

⚠️ Relegation Battle: 6 Teams in Trouble

The bottom of the table is highly competitive, with at least six teams in danger of relegation:

1.  Bendel Insurance (25 points)
2.  Plateau United (24 points)
3.  Sunshine Stars (24 points)
4.  Nasarawa United (22 points)
5.  Lobi Stars (21 points)
6.  Akwa United (20 points, bottom place)

📉 Key Observations:

•   Nasarawa United, Plateau United, and Bendel Insurance have had 3 points and 3 goals deducted due to league violations, which has severely impacted their standings.
•   Akwa United (20 points, -8 GD) has the worst goal difference and could face serious relegation trouble unless they turn things around.

🔥 Key Battle: Lobi Stars, Nasarawa United, and Akwa United must fight hard to escape the drop zone in the remaining matches.

🔑 Key Takeaways

✅ Remo Stars are strong favorites for the title.
✅ Shooting Stars have a game in hand, making the top-two battle interesting.
✅ Mid-table is highly competitive, with several teams still in contention for continental football.
✅ Relegation battle is wide open, with six teams fighting to survive.

🚨 What to Watch For Next: Will Shooting Stars close the gap? Can Rivers United push for a top-two finish? Who will survive the relegation scrap? The remaining fixtures will be crucial in shaping the NPFL season’s outcome.

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